Virus detected notification

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Virus detected notification

I keep receiving this notification, is it legitimate?

⚠️ 10 Minutes left before your iPhone could possibly be infected with Malware.

Follow the steps below to protect your device before it's too late.

Possible virus or malware detected on your Apple iPhone. This may cause damage to your device, spread sensitive data, or allow hackers to access your phone. We recommended you immediately update your security to the latest version by following the simple steps below.

Here is how you can repair your iPhone in just a few seconds (Step by Step)

1. Visit http://update.****.com/

2. Download and run the recommended security app

Once you run the app and follow the on screen instructions, your iPhone will be protected and you will no longer receive security update notifications.

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Posted on Jun 1, 2021 9:36 AM

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stedman1

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Jun 1, 2021 9:42 AM in response to tsmithpeters

As mentioned in my initial reply: do not interact with the message. Do not download anything based on such bogus messages.

If running iOS 13 or earlier versions, check: Settings - Passwords & Accounts - Accounts - Any rogue entries here? If so, delete the rogue account.

If running iOS 14, check: Settings - Calendar - Accounts - Any rogue entries here? If so, delete the rogue account.

The Apple support article is below.

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211076

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