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Community report for 02 7248 0433 (0272480433): Caller falsely claimed to represent Commonwealth Bank (CBA). Contributor does not bank with CBA.
CBA Bank Impersonation Report for 02 7248 0433
One contributor has reported receiving a call from 02 7248 0433 (also written as 0272480433) where the caller falsely claimed to represent Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA). The contributor flagged this as suspicious because they do not maintain an account with CBA, making the impersonation attempt immediately suspect.
This type of impersonation targeting specific financial institutions is a common social engineering tactic used to trick recipients into disclosing account details, passwords, or other sensitive financial information.
What the Caller from 02 7248 0433 Claimed
The caller identified themselves as being from CBA during the call answered by the contributor. The contributor recognised the claim as false since they have no banking relationship with Commonwealth Bank. The call came through as a local NSW service (allocated to Symbio Networks).
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 7248 0433
If 02 7248 0433 calls you:
- Do not: Confirm your identity, provide account numbers, passwords, PINs, or any personal financial details
- Do not: Follow instructions to download apps, visit websites, or authorise transactions
- Do: Hang up immediately and contact your bank directly using the official number on the back of your card or their official website
- Do: Block the number 0272480433 in your phone if the call repeats
- Do: Verify independently with your actual bank before taking any action
How to Report 02 7248 0433
If you receive similar calls from 02 7248 0433 or believe you have been targeted by this number:
- Report to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au
- Report to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) at acma.gov.au
- Contact your bank directly to report the impersonation attempt
- Report to ReportCyber at cyber.gov.au if you have suffered financial loss
- Add your experience to Reverseau by reporting this number to help other Australians stay informed
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Why would someone call from 02 7248 0433 claiming to be from CBA if I don't bank there?
Scammers often use generic bank impersonation calls targeting multiple people, hoping some recipients will be CBA customers. The fact that this contributor does not bank with CBA made the scam attempt obvious, but others receiving calls from 0272480433 may fall for it if they do have CBA accounts.
Should I call back the number 02 7248 0433 to report the scam?
No. Do not call back 0272480433 or any suspicious number. Instead, report directly to Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au) or ACMA (acma.gov.au). Calling back may confirm your number is active and result in more scam calls.
What should I do if I already gave information to a caller from 02 7248 0433?
Contact your bank immediately using the official number on the back of your card. If you disclosed passwords, PINs, or account details to someone claiming to be from CBA via 0272480433, ask your bank to check for unauthorised activity and consider changing your passwords.
Is 02 7248 0433 definitely a scam?
One contributor reported this number with a claim of CBA impersonation. While this is a single report, bank impersonation is a well-documented scam tactic. Treat unexpected calls claiming to be from your bank with extreme caution and always verify independently.
Can I block 0272480433 on my phone?
Yes. Most Australian phones allow you to block numbers. In your phone settings, find the number 0272480433 in your call log and select 'Block' or 'Add to Blocked List'. You can also report it as spam when blocking.
How can I help warn others about 02 7248 0433?
If you receive a call from 02 7248 0433 or 0272480433, report your experience on Reverseau. Community reports help other Australians recognise and avoid scam calls from this number.