08003688157
☎️ 08003688157 👆 is a valid (Free To Call) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by Colt Technology Services. It is part of the phone block 8003688 with a prefix of 0800.
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TimeLine of events for phone number 08003688157
- Concerned about potential Mac infectionJun
2017Trojan malware infection, seeking helpJun
2017Fell for Microsoft scam, laptop compromisedMay
2017Potential scam, be cautiousMay
2017Virus warning message on iPadMay
2017Number Of Searches: 1 Number Of Comments: 5 First Seen: 01 May 2017 General Reputation: neutralThis number has recently been searched from Bishops Lydeard(Somerset), Llangynog(Carmarthenshire) and Norwick(Shetland Isles).
08003688157 has 5 comments of which 5 x neutral
08003688157 Summary (Read all comments)
Phone number ☎️ 08003688157 👆 is reported as a suspicious number linked to fake virus alerts on various devices like Macs, PCs and iPads. Callers posing as official tech support, often claiming to be from Microsoft or Apple, ask users to call the number for help with alleged malware infections. They sometimes request remote access and sensitive info like product IDs. Users worry about potential scams or malware being installed after contact. Many advise that this is likely not a legitimate support service and express concerns about data security following the calls. Multiple people have seen warnings insisting not to restart their device or risk data loss, which appear to be scare tactics. Overall, it's viewed as untrustworthy and potentially harmful.
Reports on phone number 08003688157
9 yearsI received a peculiar notification on my computer, with a blue screen resembling a Trojan virus that completely seized control. A white screen prompted me to ring this specific number, warning that closing it might erase all data from my hard drive. I gave them a call, but after a few minutes, I felt rather unsatisfied and ended the conversation. I decided to power off my Mac and upon restarting, it appeared to be functioning properly again. Interestingly, shortly after, I received a phone call from someone claiming to be from Apple, inquiring if I had experienced any issues with my Mac. I informed them that everything seemed to be alright on my end, and they promptly hung up. I'm left feeling a bit uneasy, concerned that my Mac might still be compromised in some way.Apple9 yearsI recently encountered a rather nasty Trojan on my computer that completely seized control, demanding I ring 0800-368-8157 to regain access. It even went so far as to caution me against shutting down or restarting my machine, claiming it could lead to potential harm or loss of data. Despite the pressure, I refrained from dialling that number and instead plan on reaching out to McAfee for assistance.McAfee9 yearsIndeed, I had a conversation with these individuals, initially believing them to be from Microsoft. They requested payment, but thankfully I didn’t cough up any cash. Quite surprisingly, they still managed to gain access to my laptop.Microsoft9 yearsI received a call from what appeared to be a toll-free number claiming to be IT support after I encountered an issue with my explorer. Upon ringing the number, they identified themselves as Itec support and requested to remotely access my computer to assist with the problem. Now, I'm left wondering if I've inadvertently introduced any viruses or malware, so I'm currently running a thorough virus scan. I hadn’t intended on enrolling in their service, yet I did provide them with my computer's product ID to verify my account status with them. It’s beginning to feel like a scam, and I’m rather anxious about whether I’ve incurred any charges for that 0800 call...Itec9 yearsI just came across a rather alarming notification while browsing on my iPad using Safari. It stated that Windows has identified a ZEUS virus lurking about. Apparently, my hard drive has been compromised, and it's imperative that I don't restart the device. I was also directed to contact a technical support number, which is 0800 368 8157, and they provided a code: BZ957E. Quite concerning, I must say!Submit Your Own Report (0800 368 8157)
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