The caller ID on phones often show area codes 623, 631, and 443, or they may show “unknown.” None of these phone numbers are legitimate; they are “spoofed,” and it is suspected the callers may be foreign, possibly from India or Pakistan.
Is it bad to call back a scam number?
At the very least, answering the phone or calling back makes you vulnerable to future scams, says Eva Velasquez, CEO and president of Identity Theft Resource Center. Even if you don’t give out personal information to the other line, though, that call could cost you major money.
How do you know if you’re being scammed?
Seven signs you’re being scammed
- A company is contacting you out of the blue.
- You’ve been rejected for credit, but you’ve got a good credit history.
- You’re being rushed.
- Your bank is asking you for your PIN number personal information.
- The letter or email you have received is full of dodgy spelling and bad grammar.
Can you get hacked by answering a phone call?
Answering a call will do absolutely nothing, apart from the usual things where you can hear the person on the other side. Unless you install an application that they ask, give it permissions and full access to your phone, there is no point where you will be hacked.
How do I report someone trying to scam me?
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is the main agency that collects scam reports. Report your scam online with the FTC complaint assistant, or by phone at 1-877-382-4357 (9:00 AM – 8:00 PM, ET).
Can I get hacked by answering a phone call?
What should I do if I answered a spam call?
Finally, contact the FTC to report your experience. You can do that online at ftc.gov or by calling 1-877-FTC-HELP. To learn more about illegal robocalls and what the FTC is doing to stop them, visit That’s
