From real reports
Common opening lines you'll hear
“Your Windows license has been compromised.”
“We have detected hackers using your IP address.”
“Please install this remote-access tool so we can clean your PC.”
Live data
Recent tech support numbers
3 complaints · area code 740
View details3 complaints · area code 925
View details3 complaints · area code 312
View details3 complaints · area code 502
View details3 complaints · area code 833
View details3 complaints · area code 415
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What to do if you've been targeted
- 1
Hang up. Never grant remote access to anyone who calls you out of the blue.
- 2
If you already gave access, disconnect from the internet, run a malware scan, and change your passwords from a different device.
- 3
Report to the FTC and to your bank if you paid anything.
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