is a Phishing / Account Security Scam

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Hello, this is an urgent message regarding your account security. We have detected suspicious activity associated with your account ending in -204, and we need you to verify your identity immediately. Please reference case number 298204 and the reference number REF-8476-9773 when you call back. You may be at risk of losing approximately $1944, so please act now to secure your account. Call us back at the number provided.

DATE BLOCKED

Jan 21, 2026

CALL ACTIVITY

Severe

LAST DETECTED

36 days ago

SPAM SCORE

96/100

CARRIER

Consolidated Communications

LINE TYPE

Landline

LOCATION

New York, NY

What is a Phishing / Account Security Scam?

Phishing and account security scams attempt to trick you into revealing sensitive information like passwords, Social Security numbers, or bank account details. Scammers often impersonate banks, tech companies, or government agencies to gain your trust.

Warning Signs

  • Claims your account has been compromised or locked
  • Requests you verify your password or account information
  • Asks for your Social Security number or full credit card number
  • Creates a sense of urgency or panic
  • Requests remote access to your computer
  • Sends you to a suspicious website or asks you to download software

How to Protect Yourself

  • Never provide passwords, Social Security numbers, or full account numbers over the phone
  • Legitimate companies will never ask for this information via phone
  • Hang up and call the company directly using a verified phone number
  • Use Ghost App to protect your personal number from phishing attempts by using temporary numbers for online accounts
  • Enable two-factor authentication on all important accounts
  • Be suspicious of urgent security alerts
  • Report phishing attempts to the company being impersonated and the FTC

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