(Undated) – The Better Business Bureau is warning people to be on the lookout for “tech support” scams. BBB Investigator, Don O’Brien, says there are two versions currently in circulation. In one version of the scam, a pop-up suddenly appears on your computer screen with an ominous warning from a well-known tech support company. The pop-up will ask you to call a number to resolve the issue. When you call, a “technician” will tell you your IP address is being used by shady individuals.
In a second version of the scam, you simply receive a call out of the blue from someone making similar claims. He says you should never open attachments or links in emails from unknown senders. He says you should be wary of unsolicited calls and never give strangers remote access to your computer.
