FBI Warns iPhone And Android Users—Do Not Answer These Calls

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Telephone fraud is widespread; even prudent users can fall prey to these seasoned scammers. Whether it's shock calls, the well-known but still successful "grandparent scam," or calls supposedly from banks and government agencies, criminals' schemes are becoming increasingly sophisticated and aim to exploit our fear, willingness to help, or curiosity. At the same time, however, according to the BSI, there is also a lack of adequate risk awareness…

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For several months, smartphone owners, whether they are on iOS or Android, have been the target of a wave of scams by phone and SMS. The FBI has seen a dramatic rise in two types of scams. For example, there are false notices of unpaid tolls sent by SMS. But also calls where fraudsters make themselves known as law enforcement officials or government agents. These scammers do not hesitate to usurp official numbers to threaten their victims with a…