Windows 10: report second scam call within an hour

Report third scam call within an hour. The call came through as my own home phone number. The woman identified herself as Kathleen. She said my computer would be shut down within 48 hours. That my IP address had been compromised in several countries and that I was to press 1 to be transferred to change my licence Key number. I just hung up. Three time I received this call in less than an hour.

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How and to whom I report scams on my computers?

You should report all scams to the local police. They can advise you of the next step to take.

 

Possible scam?

Hi Thomas,

I can understand the situation you are going through. To help you further, we need the following information.

• Which Microsoft website have you visited?
• What is the phone number that you have contacted?
• What is the make and model of the computer?

I suggest you to refer to the links for more information on possible scams.

Avoid scams that use the Microsoft name fraudulently

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/safety/online-privacy/msname.aspx

HOW TO: Report the Microsoft phone scam

HOW TO: Report the Microsoft phone scam - Microsoft Security

@ bhringer, thank you for bringing this to our notice.

Please get back to us with the above information.

 

how to report a scam

• In the United States, use the
  FTC Complaint Assistant form.
• In Canada,
  the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre can provide support.
• In the United Kingdom, you can report
  fraud as well as
  unsolicited calls.

Tech Support Scams – Help & Resource Page

HOW TO: Report the Microsoft phone scam - Microsoft Security

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