I usually dont swear at ladies as cods will attest but even the worm will turn as they say!
https://crowdsupport.telstra.com.au/t5/ ... a-p/791114
Recent Telephone Based Scams:
Automated call from “Nicole” from the “NBN” urging immediate action regarding NBN availability and Internet access.
Scam call claiming to be the NBN security department and asking you to download a “NBN Rescue Link” - this is a remote access tool which can be used to compromise your computer and sensitive information.
Automated call stating “This is an emergency. Press 1 on your telephone now and follow all instructions” or similar.
Caller claims to be from the NBN and threatening disconnection from the Internet within 24-48 hours.
Caller offers a rebate of $300 (amount may vary) for people over a certain age. Caller will offer to put the amount on a credit card and asks for a card number to apply it to.
Automated calls claiming to be from Telstra and threatening disconnection from the Internet due to suspicious activity seen on your line, or, hacking activity seen on your line.
Automated calls threatening legal action, including arrest, if the call is not returned immediately. These calls are usually from a computerised voice, and they regularly leave voicemail with their threats.
Calls claiming to be from the ATO and threatening legal action and/or arrest if action is not taken immediately. As above, these threats are in a computerised voice, and they will leave messages on voicemail.
Scams which appear to come from phone numbers starting with “09” or “05” and make threats about Internet access.
Scam call from a company claiming to represent Telstra for job recruitment, and asking for a $250 fee for a “police check”.
Calls which appear to come from overseas locations such as Latvia or other unexpected foreign locations.
