Why That Email About Your Apple ID Being Locked Is a Scam
Since macOS and iOS are still more secure and impenetrable compared to other systems, cybercriminals resort to phishing tactics to hack into Apple accounts.
They use social engineering to trick users into giving their Apple ID and password. So yes, that "Apple ID locked" email is fake. Here’s what you need to know about Apple scams and how you can spot one.
Scammers who are out to steal your Apple information will use social engineering through phone calls, SMS, or even calendar invitations. B