Seems the caller claimed to be from Microsoft and offered to fix my computer. These calls typically use a heavy accent, mention a computer problem, and ask for personal info or to install remote‑access software. Never share Social Security numbers, birth dates, or banking details with unsolicited callers, and don’t allow any remote desktop connection. Hang up, block the number, and report the incident to the FTC or your local consumer protection agency. Register your line on the national Do‑Not‑Call list, and consider a call‑filtering app to catch future tech‑support scams. Staying skeptical keeps you safe.
Similarly, I received a call from this number, where the individual claimed to be from Microsoft and wanted to fix my computer, but after asking how he got my new number, his vague response led me to hang up and register my number on the do not call list.
The only way your computer can be locked is if you follow the instructions provided by the caller, which is a tactic used to gain unauthorized access.
Since the number 1234561234 was unrecognized, I didn't answer, and no message was left; I have no intention of calling back.
I recived a call and they locked my computer, now i cant use it, thats really frustating
After receiving a call from this number, my security app identified it as a potential scam, so I blocked the number without answering
A caller with a middle eastern accent claimed to be from Microsoft, but was detected as a probable scammer when he denied calling from Nigeria and claimed to be calling from Washington
A call was recieved this morning, the person claimed I had recieved $8000.00, but it's probabley a scam.
The caller, who claimed to be Peter Baker, was running a scam involving cash loans, and requested sensitive personal information, including my Social Security Number and address
After receiving a call from this number, I ended the conversation as soon as they addressed me by name
The caller's message was unclear, but it appeard to be a telemarketing call, with background noise indiacating a live conversation
Although this number didn't leave a message, I've had similar calls in the past from the same area code claiming to be a Windows computer repair service, so I'm being cautious.
I am corecting the coment above
The only information displayed on my phone was a partial number, 23-456-12134.
The identity of the caller remains unknown
