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Pop up message “ important security notice. your computer has been locked up. Your IP address was used without your knowledge or consent to visit sites Please do not shut down your computer. Please call support immediately.

Pop up message “ important security notice. your computer has been locked up. Your IP address was used without your knowledge or consent to visit sites Please do not shut down your computer. Please call support immediately.


i have gotten this twice. I rebooted both times. Is there more to do? I’m using an iPad Pro. TIA


iPad Pro 10.5-inch, Wi-Fi

Posted on Jan 31, 2023 10:53 AM

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Posted on Jan 31, 2023 10:54 AM

All such messages are scams presented by criminals. Close the offending page and avoid sites that are involved in such bogus advertising tactics.


Phony "tech support" / "ransomware" popup… - Apple Community


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Pop up message “ important security notice. your computer has been locked up. Your IP address was used without your knowledge or consent to visit sites Please do not shut down your computer. Please call support immediately.

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