Elizabeth EllerbeElizabeth Ellerbe3 months ago
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just a bit curious

I accidentally called a blocked number that was a scammer while trying to see how many times they have called me in the past. should I be worried?

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  • Richard Bradford
    Richard Bradford2 weeks ago

    Hello, Richard Bradford here again, the senior mobile automation test engineer. When you receive a call from a fraudulent number or a scam number, please do not call that number back. When you call the number back, it has a backend automation that will send a phishing link or a link to your phone. The software will travel via text or OTA or OTP onto your phone, and then it will begin to hack its way or span its way outside of your phone onto the perpetrator's network. Once it does that, it has the capability of sending back data or sending back automated scripts or prompts that will go in and turn your NFC on (which is near field communication), which gives them digital access to your wallet. You don't want to do that, so remember: - Do not call back any phishing number. - Just delete any texts from them. - Close out the application. - Run Malfeasance. Again, this is an excellent application that keeps good track of your software and your phone. Also, if you get a chance, install the application True Caller. Very good program. Thank you very much. This again is Richard Bradford. Have a wonderful day.

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  • Colette Revels
    Colette Revels3 months ago

    I've litterly seen text messages with recordings or Angie's list supposedly. what I want to know is Angie's list call at 2 am and hang up when you answer?? also when you called them back it just rang no Angie's list recording

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  • Kevin Hastings
    Kevin Hastings3 months ago

    No, I dot believe so. All they want is to sell us something, empty promises or get us hooked on a guaranteed payment from the government and stimulus. Or a loan pre approved. Just don't buy into any business opportunity there all funnels of lies! Just reblock it and have a wonderful day!

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  • Scott McC
    Scott McC3 months ago

    Just always check twice, dial once... if it was a blocked # you didn't delete from your incoming - please DELETE these call logs. By mistakenly calling back or dialing, its a 50/50 chance ur # is now out there on the dark web for use & sale.

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