Apple Approval Notice

Why this looks valid:

• Apple uses this format for text messages
• Has a real billing department link for Apple

Why this is phishing?

• Apple does not typically send text messages to alert users of account issues or suspicious activity.
• Attacker is attempting to get users to call them to gather credit card information.
• The sender is usually an email address or a random telephone number not associated with Apple.
  • General Apple Support: 1‑800‑MY‑APPLE (1‑800‑692‑7753)
  • Apple Care Support: 1‑800‑275‑2273
  • Apple users are encouraged to forward suspicious texts or emails to Apple at reportphishing@apple.com.

Additional Notes:

• Do you think you’ve fallen for a scam? Did you share personal information? Downloaded malicious content? Please contact the IT Service Desk at 973-655-7971 option 1 or email itservicedesk@montclair.edu.
• Please send any malicious emails you have received to phishfiles@montclair.edu or by clicking the Knowbe4 Phish Alert Button (PAB).
• Always use the “hover over” technique to check web links before clicking! For more security tips please visit our Security Tips page.