Approach calls from unfamiliar numbers with caution, especially those spoofing international origins or mimicking trusted brands. This report describes a suspicious contact pretending to be PayPal security from an Indian-accented call center, targeting an Australian number without any legitimate account tie. Such tactics often aim to extract personal details or install malware—classic scam indicators. Hang up immediately if you receive similar calls; never share info or click links. Report to authorities like the ACCC in Australia or NZ's Netsafe to help track patterns. Verify account issues directly through official apps or sites, not unsolicited callers. Stay vigilant to protect your data.
Received a ring on my Aussie line from a New Zealand mobile, sounded like an Indian call centre and pretended to be PayPal security—yeah, I haven’t had a PayPal account in over a decade, so it’s bogus.