With the help of technology, scammers are drawing new ways to cheat people. Now scammers have started losing people with fake interactive voice response (IVR) scam. Actually, IVR is an automated phone system. It uses telecom companies and banks etc. Like this command or keypad input "Press 1 to choose language" These "Press 2 for bank balance information" Provides services on etc. Now the scammers have found the way to scam with the help of this.
In Bengaluru, a woman has become a victim of cheating
Recently in Bengaluru, a woman got caught in a fake IVR scam net and hit Rs 2 lakh. Actually, the woman got a call, which was like her bank’s IVR. In this call, he was told that 2 lakh rupees are being transferred from his account. To prevent this transfer, the woman was asked to press any button. As soon as he pressed the button, two lakh rupees flew away from his account. The woman has complained to the bank and the police.
How to identify fake ivr call?
It is very easy to identify fake IVR calls. Actually, during the real IVR, you will never be asked sensitive information like OTP and password. If someone asks for such sensitive information from you, then you need to be alert. Apart from this, scammers will pressurize you to hurry, but this is not done on the real call. Also, an attempt is made to scare you in fake IVR call. If you are doubting during a call, then cut the phone immediately.
How to avoid IVR scam?
- Do not share your sensitive information on any such call.
- SMS and email notifications enabled to verify the transaction.
- To stop spam call, activate the do not disturb (DND) service.
- In case of any fraud, contact the police and other investigating agencies immediately.
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