Scam phone call

[Davycrocket]

I got a scam phone call from Sri Lanka I didn’t answer the call it lasted a few seconds is it possible that it could have copied your SIM card ?

[PeteG]

Hello there.

No, it isn't possible for someone to call and do that. 

Pete.

[Davycrocket]

I got a call today just 16 seconds I answered the call but was a automated message from income tax I blocked the number so is my SIM card not been copied ?

[JonathanB · Accepted solution]

Hi @Davycrocket,

I'm sorry I'm not sure what you mean by answering a call resulting in your SIM being copied? There's certainly a common scam about fake income tax alerts, but these are usually intended to trick you into calling back a premium rate number, or perhaps connect you to a fake operator who will try and trick you into disclosing personal info.

I'm not familiar with any process or technology where your SIM could be copied by answering a call like this. Here's a link to our Fraud to watch out for page, this has helpful advice on how to avoid and report fraud and scams.

Thanks,
Jonathan

[Davycrocket]

Thank you