Has anyone dealt with fraudulent charges on Apple through Uber? Looking for advice!

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Asked By CuriousUser123 On

I need help! Recently, my family encountered a troubling situation where someone made a fraudulent purchase through Apple using Uber. It seems to point to a gap in Apple's cybersecurity and customer verification processes. I'm curious about what steps Apple is taking to address this issue and if anyone has dealt with similar situations. Any advice on how to handle this would be greatly appreciated!

4 Answers

Answered By TechSavant86 On

Honestly, this isn't solely a problem with Apple's security. Scammers often exploit weaknesses across all retailers. One key thing to check is if two-factor authentication (2FA) was enabled on your account, as that's crucial for account security. It sounds like someone may have used your information to check out as a guest, which is a common scam. Make sure you report this to Apple and consider filing a police report. If they don’t act quickly, reach out to your bank or card issuer to dispute the charge.

QueryMaster87 -

It really is crazy how these scams work. I'm so sorry you’re in such a tough situation. It’s definitely good that a police report was filed. Has the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) gotten involved yet?

Answered By GadgetGuy77 On

It seems like this situation is affecting a lot of people. There’s a growing concern about how Apple verifies purchases. I came across a related news article titled 'Thieves targeting Apple customers in Socal,' which shows that this is more than just a single case. You might want to check it out; it could give you some more insight.

Answered By Concerned_Traveler On

Have you locked down your Apple ID and checked for any unauthorized devices? It's crucial to keep your accounts safe, especially with situations like these. Hang in there! What state are you in, by the way?

Answered By FrankieHotdog On

I don't think this is an Apple issue in terms of cybersecurity. It sounds more like typical credit card fraud rather than a breach of the Apple ID. If your friend's card was used without their account being compromised, then it’s a matter of the card issuer stepping up. I'm sorry to hear you’re dealing with this. Have you tried escalating the issue to a higher authority at Chase regarding the chargeback?

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