WASHINGTON 鈥� Falling victim to a scam, apparently, can be as simple as just saying “yes.”
and several law enforcement agencies are warning of a potential phone scam that involves a caller asking, “Can you hear me?”
As the victim answers “yes,” his or her聽reply is recorded. That enables the scammer, the BBB said, to use the recorded answer for signing up the victim for a product or service 鈥� and then demand payment.
Scammers also can use the recorded answer聽to confirm a purchase agreement if it is ever disputed.
Even though some people have reported receiving these calls, of people being victims in this manner.
Nevertheless, the bureau suggested that if you receive such a call from an unknown number, play it safe and just hang up.
The bureau also advised that if you believe you’ve fallen for such a聽scam (or worse, provided personal information), check your account statements frequently for any suspicious charges.
