App Store Renewal Phishing - Daily Security Byte - Secplicity

You probably see phishing emails everyday, but have you seen ones targeting renewals on Apple’s app store? Last week, a number of Apple users received phishing emails about their $144 YouTube Red renewal. If that renewal fee seems high to you, you’re right. It’s the lure the attackers use to get you to click their link to “cancel” this fake renewal. In reality, the link asks you for you Apple credentials for these criminals to steal. Watch below for the details, and see Apple’s advisory for more tips on avoiding these phishing emails.

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