Ever wonder why calls from +27878216269 keep sounding like a bank fraud trap? Recent reports describe a pattern where the caller claims to be from ABSA’s fraud department, mentions unauthorized withdrawals of R10‑12k, and tries to coax victims into giving access to devices. The consistent use of ABSA branding points to a classic phishing or social‑engineering scam rather than a legitimate bank outreach. If you receive such a message, hang up, verify the claim through ABSA’s official channels, and never share passwords or remote‑access codes. Reporting the number to the regulator can also help curb future attacks.
Alert from ABSA about a R11230 purchase – attempt to hack into my PC or mobile device.
INDODA ITHI I-SHAYELA KUSEBEKHI WOKUKHUXUMA KWE-ABSA
They want you to ring them about a R10 000 issue on your Absa account.
Received an SMS claiming R11230 withdrawn from ABSA account, then a phishing call from “Jeff” saying BITCOIN purchase happened and he's from ABSA fraud team.
