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About this number
This number is classified as Phishing Scam. Scammers use this number to impersonate banks, government agencies, or tech support. Caller ID can be spoofed, so the name on your screen may not be the real caller.
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888-653-5155
Scam Phone Number
Spoofed Caller ID / Name
PayPal/Apple
Scam Category
Phishing Scam
Scammer Script / Description
Email regarding an expensive Apple purchase user didn't make, falsely claims to be from service@paypal.com but wants user to email service@appleinc.com. Payload apparently delivered via obfuscated phone number (capital 'I' for '1').
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What To Do
- 1.Hang up immediately. Do not engage with the caller.
- 2.Block the number on your phone.
- 3.Report it to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov or call 1-877-382-4357.
- 4.If you gave financial information, contact your bank immediately.
- 5.Register on the Do Not Call Registry: donotcall.gov.