This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.Learn more If you are on the Vodafone network and get a call saying your account is about to be suspended, beware.There's a new scam doing the rounds, and I know exactly how easy it could be to get caught out.
Just last week, I got an automated call saying my Vodafone account was being suspended.I instantly knew it was a trick as Vodafone isn't my UK provider, but I decided to follow the instructions in the recorded message to see what would happen next.Roku launches a better way to watch TV for free and it's available now Darts get smart with launch of a clever new way to play at home Tech news, reviews and latest gadgets plus selected offers and competitions Subscribe Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you.
This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding.You can unsubscribe at any time.Read our Privacy PolicyThe voice told me to press one on my keyboard, which I did.
This then put me through to a 'Vodafone' call centre where I was asked to hold.Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTA few seconds later, a real person answered the line and confirmed my Vodafone account would soon be suspended.She then began asking me numerous questions, including my name and address.I asked her why she didn't know my account, especially as it was 'Vodafone' that called in the first place.She quickly realised that I wasn't going to be fooled and put the phone down on me, but it's easy to see how some might not be so lucky.
Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTIt appears that I'm not the only one who has been targeted by this scam.Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTThe team at Think Broadband say they have also seen a rise in phone calls pretending to be from Vodafone.Apple's John Ternus shares insight into the new iPhone "We have received multiple calls on unrelated numbers from a female voice recording claiming to be calling from Vodafone, warning about suspensions," Think Broadband said.Just like my call, the message Think Broadband says the recorded message, "This is Vodafone.Your Service may be suspended.
Please press 1 to speak to an agent."It's now vital that all Vodafone users think before responding.Vodafone isn't suspending accounts via a phone call, and anyone worried should simply ring the provider to check.In a security post on its website, Vodafone said: "Phishing is a technique used by criminals to try and steal information about a person’s identity.This can be done by email, text or even over the phone."Always take a moment to review emails and texts, and don’t be pushed into an immediate action – like clicking or sharing information.
If in doubt, never click links or open attachments.Unknowingly sharing personal information with fraudsters can result in identity theft and money being stolen from your bank accounts."Think Broadband says that other networks may also be targeted in the future, so even if you aren't with Vodafone, it's still a good idea to be on high alert.
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