This campaign, described by Malwarebytes Labs, starts with a browser pop-up that appears on top of Apple's or Amazon's website. The alerts are designed to look like legitimate notifications and state that the user's Apple ID or Amazon account was recently used to make a $149.99 purchase. Targets are urged to call the support number listed—the same on both pop-ups—immediately to prevent further unauthorized activity. The scammer on the other end of the line may try to convince you to download a tool that provides remote access to your device, hand over credentials, or even pay a fee to protect your account.
Know how to identify a real fraudulent charge notification
First things first: no legitimate company will send you security alerts via browser pop-up. If there's an issue with your account, you may receive an in-app notification or an email, though you should always be wary of the latter, as it's also a common vector for scams. To confirm whether these alerts are real, log into your account by going directly to the website or app and check your message history or activity log.
Finally, these fake pop-ups may be the result of malicious ads, browser redirects, or compromised sites, all of which are used in phishing campaigns. If you're served one, exit the tab immediately and do not click or engage with it further.
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