TECH SUPPORT SCAM CALLS: LIVE DATA
A scam that involves a random cold call from someone claiming to be from the Microsoft technical department, or another software company. The scammer on the line will claim they have detected a virus on your device. You will be told you need to download and install software on your device in order for it to be removed or fixed.
This will give the scammer full control and access to your PC, laptop, or mobile phone if you do so. Afterwards they will try and access your online banking to drain your account, steal all your personal information, or add a malicious virus to your device.
The ransomware installed will enable them to hold your device ‘hostage’, where you will need to pay a high fee in order to have it removed. This might be a one-off payment or they will ask for a monthly subscription for their services.
Tech Support calls activity right now is average
CALLS RECEIVED
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90
Calls Received in the past 24h
2,484
Calls received in the past 30 days
Calls detected in the last 24 hours
Calls detected in the last 30 days
ORIGIN OF THE CALLS
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