This number popped up on our pc advising of a banking security breach. We rang the number. After awhile it became clear the operator on that number was trying to take control of our pc.

They said they will fix my Frozen computer they stole my details because I thought they were Microsoft out to help me. Big time scam going to cost me lots to fix

Caller: Computer Blocked.

Blocked computer screen with "your computer is infected" ,gave 1800 Phone No.on screen. Answered saying they were from Apple. DEFINATELY A SCAM.

Caller: Mike

Computer locked up and directed to ring this number for microsoft assistance, then asked many questions until finally it wanted to secure my bank account thru coinspot. yeh right. see ya.

Caller: Pop up on PC

Definitely phishing to get you to ring and instruct you how to give them control of your PC

This just occurred on my mothers laptop however, it was via an automated voice message coming through the laptop. We did not ring the number and switched the PC off at the powerpoint. Problem now is, when we turn the PC back on, the message comes back on and can't do anything on the laptop. Any suggestions?

These people take charge of your computer. This is an absolute scam!!! The man stated they were from 'Microsoft' and were located in Western Australia? This was after the phone exchange can be heard redirecting to an overseas location. Seriously people, you are going to stoop to such a low to negatively impact others? I'll pray for you, you are going to need it.

Caller: no one called

This is definately a scam

Caller: Microsoft

This number came up on my parent's computer in various pop up boxes as a contact to unlock the computer for a "security breach". Had a Microsoft logo and told them to call the phone number so an Engineer could help unlock the computer. Looks like a scam.