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1. www.cnet.com › tech › mobileThe truth about the 'Can you hear me?' scam - CNET

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   Feb 2, 2017 · It starts with a question like, "Are you a homeowner?" or "Can you hear me?" The point of these questions, it turns out, might be to get you to say, "Yes." According to some reports, your "yes ...

2. www.cbc.ca › news › canada'Can you hear me?': New phone scam tricks you into answering ...

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   Feb 7, 2017 · A new scam relies on your voice to answer a simple question: "Can you hear me now"? The scammers try to bait callers into answering "yes." Anti-fraud agencies say that simple acknowledgment can be ...

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4. www.bbb.org › article › scamsBBB Scam Alert: The "Can you hear me?" phone scam is still ...

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   Mar 8, 2024 · If someone from an unfamiliar number calls and asks, “Can you hear me?” or “Is this [your name]?” do NOT answer “Yes.”. Just hang up. Scammers change their tactics as the public ...

5. www.huffingtonpost.co.uk › entry › if-you-suspect'Can You Hear Me?' Phone Scam: Everything You Need To Know ...

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   Apr 12, 2024 · But if you’re asked this at the beginning of a call from a random phone number, you should be wary. ... ‘I lost $50,000,’ in a supposed ‘can you hear me?’ scam,” she noted.

6. www.usatoday.com › story › moneyDon't say yes when caller asks 'Can you hear me now?' - USA TODAY

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   Apr 11, 2024 · The "Can you hear me" scam has been targeting consumers for quite a few years. It's unclear exactly how the scam might play out, but consumer advocates, including the Better Business Bureau, say ...

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7. www.snopes.com › fact-check › can-you-hear-me-scam'Can You Hear Me?' Scam Warning - Snopes.com

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   Jan 27, 2017 · The "can you hear me" con is actually a variation on earlier scams aimed at getting the victim to say the word "yes" in a phone conversation. That affirmative response is recorded by the fraudster ...

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   What is a 'Can you hear me' scam?

   • The "can you hear me" con is actually a variation on earlier scams aimed at getting the victim to say the word "yes" in a phone conversation. That affirmative response is recorded by the fraudster and used to authorize unwanted charges on a phone or utility bill or on a purloined credit card.

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   What if I receive a 'Can you hear me' scam call?

   • The "Can you hear me?" scam calls are increasing yearly. So, knowing what they are and how to protect yourself from them is essential. You can report any scam calls you receive to your local law enforcement agency or the Federal Trade Commission.

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   Can You Hear Me If a scammer asks you a 'yes'?

   • or "Can you hear me?" The point of these questions, it turns out, might be to get you to say, "Yes." According to some reports, your "yes" could then be used to sign you up for a service you didn't ask for and -- should you protest -- the scammer will then playback your verbal agreement to intimidate you.

   The truth about the 'Can you hear me?' scam - CNET

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   How do I report a phone scam?

   • Scammers call a number and repeatedly ask this question until the recipient responds with a yes or an affirmation. This response assures the caller that the number is live, and they sell it to telemarketers or other scammers for a price. How to Report a Phone Scam? Contact your local law enforcement agency if you have received a "Can You Hear Me?"

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   Are scammers trying to get you to say 'yes'?

   • It's likely the scammers are trying to get you to say "yes" or record your voice, which can then be used or edited to make it seem like you authorized something that you didn't, according to a scam alert from the BBB.

   Don't say yes when caller asks 'Can you hear me now?' - USA TODAY

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   What happens if you say 'yes' to a scammer?

   • According to some reports, your "yes" could then be used to sign you up for a service you didn't ask for and -- should you protest -- the scammer will then playback your verbal agreement to intimidate you. This scam has previously targeted businesses but is now allegedly going after individuals. Should you be worried?

   The truth about the 'Can you hear me?' scam - CNET

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9. www.communityphone.org › blogs › can-you-hear-me-scamHow A 'Can You Hear Me?' Scam Works And How To Avoid It

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   2. Manually Block the Spam Number from Your iPhone. You can block scam calls manually on your iPhone by following these steps: Open the Phone App. Tap > Recent. Locate the number you want to block. Tap the info icon. Scroll to the bottom. Tap block this caller.