Fake Apple Pay warning tries to scare phone users into calling scammers
Scammers are sending fake Apple Pay charge alerts to mobile phones and using pop-ups and misleading screens to scare people into calling a fake help number. The goal is to trick victims into giving away money or personal information by making the alert seem urgent and real.
Who is at risk
Anyone who uses an iPhone, Apple Pay, or mobile web browsing is at risk, especially people who may react quickly to unexpected payment warnings.
What to watch for
Watch for surprise Apple Pay charge warnings, urgent messages telling you to call a number right away, or browser pages that appear frozen or repeatedly display alarming payment alerts.
What to do
Do not call the number or click anything on the alert; close the browser, check Apple Pay charges only through your official Wallet app or bank account, and report anything suspicious.