Cyber ​​Scam Alert: Just saying 'Hello' could cost you dearly; here’s how scammers are targeting people

Cyber ​​Scam: Cybercrime incidents have risen significantly. Cyber ​​fraudsters have devised a new method involving 'silent calls' to determine if a recipient's number is active. Read on for full details.

Cyber ​​Scam Alert: Fraud cases are constantly on the rise, with cybercriminals devising new ways to swindle people every day. They have introduced a tactic where they make silent calls to check if a person's number is active. Essentially, the fraudster calls from an unknown number and disconnects the call as soon as the recipient answers.

Through this scheme, the cybercriminal attempts to verify if the recipient's number is active. Once confirmed, they add the number to their 'scam list' for future fraudulent activities. Today, we provide full details on this scam so you can protect yourself. We will explain how the scam works and what steps you can take to avoid it.

How does this scam work?

Scammers use automated systems to call a large number of people simultaneously. When the recipient answers, the call is immediately disconnected; this action confirms to the cybercriminal that the number is active. Consequently, your number is added to their scam list.

Points to remember

If you receive a silent call from an unknown number, disconnect it immediately—do not answer. Additionally, block calls from unknown numbers, especially those that recur. If you receive calls from the same number repeatedly, take immediate action: report the number via the 'Check & Report' section on the NCRP portal.

What should be done in the event of a scam?

If you fall victim to such a scam, immediately report it at https://cybercrime.gov.in/ or lodge a complaint by calling 1930.