Here’s the latest on the phishing scam where fraudsters are utilizing an auto-dialer mechanism and calling phone numbers (both customers & non-customers) with an automated message stating something to the effect of:
This is Sprint PCS and your account has been flagged with fraud and in order to resolve the fraud, you will need to enter your account PIN & zip code at the prompts in order to begin resolving the fraud incident.
The number appearing on the customer’s caller ID is 800-000-0611.
The purpose of this phishing scam is for the fraudsters to acquire the PINs in order to commit fraud.
Sprint is not initiating these calls, nor would we CALL a customer and request their PIN. The PIN is only needed when the customer calls into Sprint for account verification.
If you think you have been affected by this fishing scam please call Sprint Wireless to make sure your account has not been compromised.
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