Someone claiming to be Telstra support said there was an issue with my IP address. I joked that if I claimed to be a government lawyer, would the chat continue, and they replied, “What if I told you I was your dad?” at least they had a sense of humor.
Telstra Scam Alert: IP Hack Hoax!
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Frequent reports highlight scammers impersonating Telstra to exploit IP address fears, blending urgency with scripted urgency. This case stands out for the caller's witty deflection—'What if I told you I was your dad?'—revealing a rare humorous streak amid typical aggression. Such tactics aim to disarm or confuse, but rarely succeed against sharp responses. Key advice: Never share personal info; hang up immediately on unsolicited tech alerts. Report to authorities like ACMA to curb patterns. Engaging briefly can expose vulnerabilities, yet prioritizing safety trumps entertainment.
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