Why am I getting text messages about missed calls?
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Why am I getting text messages about missed calls?
FluBot is malware – like a computer virus – that can be installed on your Android device if you click on a malicious link in a SMS message. This malware then sends many similar text messages to other people from your phone without your knowledge, potentially infecting them.
Why do I get missed calls from international numbers?
It’s called the One Ring Scam. The scammer will hire an international premium rate number (IPRN) from a local phone company. After this, the scammer will give you a call (one ring) and then disconnect. The natural response is the thought that you’ve missed something important, prompting you to call back.
How do I turn off Telstra missed call messages?
Call 101 on your Telstra mobile. Follow the prompts to turn it on or off.
How do I text back a missed call?
For example :
- “I’m sorry I missed your call this morning. I am very busy in the mornings.”
- “I’m sorry I missed your call. Here is my email address.
- “Sorry for the inconvenience.
- “I will call you later!”
- “On work, please send me a message.”
- “Sorry I can’t talk right, I am driving.”
- “ I am with family or friends.”
Does Telstra send text messages?
The text messages will be automatically scanned on Telstra’s network before being delivered to customers, and if it looks suspicious – with malicious links or similar patterns and characteristics to other messages – Telstra will block the message from being delivered.
Can you get scammed by text?
Scam artists know this and sometimes target consumers with “phishing” scams via text message or SMS (short message service). Text message or SMS phishing—also called “smishing”—occurs when scam artists use deceptive text messages to lure consumers into providing their personal or financial information.
Why am I getting calls from the Philippines?
If you are wondering why you keep getting missed calls from unknown international numbers, it is because someone somewhere is trying to scam you. It is called the One Ring Scam and here is how it works. You get missed calls from an unknown international number. The calls usually originate from obscure countries.
Why do I keep getting text messages with links?
Scammers are using trusted company names, links and urgency to steal your information after you click the link in a text message. The messages are expected to continue, even though wireless carriers submitted plans to stop robocalls. But that doesn’t include the workaround for spammers to send texts.
How do I set miss call and message?
Procedure
- Go to Apps.
- Tap Settings.
- Tap Notifications.
- Scroll through apps until you find your Phone app, tap Phone app.
- Tap Missed calls.
- Set what kind of notification you want or toggle, so all grey to disable.
How do I stop Telstra texts?
Yes, you can opt out at any time. To opt out, just send an SMS from the phone you received our invitation SMS message on to 0437-023-585 with “OPT OUT”.
What happens if you text a scammer?
Scammers send fake text messages to trick you into giving them your personal information – things like your password, account number, or Social Security number. If they get that information, they could gain access to your email, bank, or other accounts. Or they could sell your information to other scammers.
How do I report spam texts to the Philippines?
For malicious messages, lodge reports to the NBI Anti-Fraud Division at (02) 8525-4093 or e-mail at [email protected]. You may also send a message through the NBI’s website at www.nbi.gov.ph or their official Facebook account.
