Phone number (02) 5944 1217 is allocated as a local service in New South Wales, routed through Symbio Networks Pty Ltd. (02) 5944 1217 has drawn 10 community reports, with 80% describing it as scam activity. Activity has gone quiet, with no new reports in over a year. The most commonly mentioned tactic is impersonation, appearing in roughly 100% of reports.
Quick Assessment
Should I answer?
Unsafe
Most reports for (02) 5944 1217 describe scam behaviour.
Should I call back?
Do not call back
Only call (02) 5944 1217 back if you can verify the caller independently.
What to do next?
Block and report
Report (02) 5944 1217 to Scamwatch if the caller asked for money, pretended to be an organisation, or made threats.
Most Helpful Reports About (02) 5944 1217
Scam, supposedly from NAB, saying that I've made a payment to eBay & that I need to call them to confirm.. I don't even have a NAB account..
11.30 am Nov 16th (QLD) Text came through - this is def spam.
A new Payment for? 3500 To eBay was paused. REF- NAB307*8. If this Was NOT you call our team on +61259441217 Mon-Sun 9 am-9 pm.
Overview
How People Described (02) 5944 1217
80% of reports describe this number as scam. Common themes in the reports include scam, nab, used, payment, text.
How the Contact Happened
Was the Contact Expected?
Reported Behaviour for (02) 5944 1217
Tactics People Mentioned
These are the tactics community members identified when reporting interactions with (02) 5944 1217.
How Interactions Played Out
Of the people who reported contact from (02) 5944 1217, here is how far the interaction went.
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Reports Over Time
How Other Readers Rated the Reports
Common Themes
How Much Detail Did People Share?
Most reports include useful detail, and 60% include detailed descriptions.
Number Details
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What People Reported About (02) 5944 1217
These reports were submitted by community members.
Scam, supposedly from NAB, saying that I've made a payment to eBay & that I need to call them to confirm.. I don't even have a NAB account..
11.30 am Nov 16th (QLD) Text came through - this is def spam.
A new Payment for? 3500 To eBay was paused. REF- NAB307*8. If this Was NOT you call our team on +61259441217 Mon-Sun 9 am-9 pm.
10:25 am in Adelaide 15 November 2022. Just received a text. "We have paused a new payment for $3540.99 To LTS Ltd. Transaction ID:NAB-3307401. Please call us on +61259441217." All grammar exactly as per my quote. Came from a number on my phone that has been used by the real NAB to send me texts. Scam!
This number is currently being used in an NAB phishing scam. Do not reply or call!
I just got that exact same text - word for word! Scammers!!
Nab fishing scam.
I just received the exact same message.
Used for a nab fishing scam.
Beware of this number it is a scam to steel your money.
This number is currently being used in an NAB phishing scam. Beware!
Frequently Asked Questions
How does (02) 5944 1217 try to manipulate people?
People most often mention these tactics: Impersonation (100%), Urgency (14%), Callback lure (14%), Phishing link (14%). That's based on 7 reports with useful detail.
Has (02) 5944 1217 been active recently?
Looking at the timeline, this number has been getting more reports over time. 0 reports came in over the past month.
How much confidence should I put in these reports?
Based on 10 community reports. People describe different experiences, so the overall picture is mixed. About 60% include detailed descriptions, which helps.
Could (02) 5944 1217 be a scam?
Based on 10 community reports, 80% classify this number as scam.
Does (02) 5944 1217 call, text, or both?
Most people got a text message (60%), though some reported other methods: text message (60%), phone call (30%), missed call (10%).
What are the main complaints about (02) 5944 1217?
The main descriptions people gave: Scam (8), Uncertain (2). People repeatedly mention scam, nab, used, payment, text in their reports.
Is (02) 5944 1217 contacting people out of the blue?
The calls came as a surprise to 100% of people. 0% knew who was calling.
How long have people been reporting (02) 5944 1217?
The reporting history covers 2 days, from November 2022.