Potential phishing scam via suspicious Apple Pay text message

I just received a text message that said I had unauthorized usage on Apple Pay:


Unverified Apple Pay Usage




Your Apple ID (Case ID: *******) has triggered a security warning. A pending $287.99 charge at “APPLE STORE – Orlando, FL” was detected via Apple Pay Pre-Authorization. Additionally, multiple unauthorized sign-in attempts and Apple Pay setup requests from unknown devices have been flagged. These actions are temporarily blocked, and the charge is under investigation.




If this activity is familiar, no action is required, and the transaction will proceed within 24 hours. If not, contact Apple Support immediately at +************* for assistance.




Need Assistance?




Apple Support: +1-**********6


Billing Help: *******




Responding quickly can help prevent further issues.




Stay secure,


Apple Security Division


Is this from apple? Please comment


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Original Title: Phishing scam?

MacBook Pro 14″, macOS 15.6

Posted on Oct 7, 2025 10:57 AM

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Posted on Oct 7, 2025 11:12 AM

It’s a scam.

Simply block, report and delete the message.


Important:
If you receive a suspicious email or SMS text message that looks like it’s supposed to be from Apple, please email it to reportphishing@apple.com.


Learn how to ⇢ Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams.


Good luck! 👋🏼😉

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Oct 7, 2025 11:12 AM in response to LMillar1

It’s a scam.

Simply block, report and delete the message.


Important:
If you receive a suspicious email or SMS text message that looks like it’s supposed to be from Apple, please email it to reportphishing@apple.com.


Learn how to ⇢ Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams.


Good luck! 👋🏼😉

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