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Community report for 02 7248 2735 (0272482735): Caller impersonated Commonwealth Bank claiming credit card payment issue. NSW-based local service number.
Commbank Impersonation Report for 02 7248 2735
One contributor has reported receiving a call from 02 7248 2735 (also written as 0272482735) in which the caller impersonated Commonwealth Bank. The caller claimed to be contacting about a credit card payment, despite the recipient having no credit card account with Commbank. This type of impersonation attempt is a common scam tactic used to extract personal or financial information from unsuspecting recipients.
What the Caller from 02 7248 2735 Claimed
The caller stated they were from Commbank and referenced a credit card payment issue. The contributor noted this was immediately suspicious since they do not hold a credit card with Commonwealth Bank. This mismatch between the claimed reason for contact and the recipient's actual banking relationship is a red flag that should trigger immediate scepticism about the caller's identity.
Report Details and Context
The call to 02 7248 2735 was answered by the contributor, who recognised the impersonation attempt quickly. The number is allocated as a local service in NSW through Symbio Networks Pty Ltd. While only one report currently exists for 0272482735, impersonation calls claiming to represent major Australian banks like Commonwealth Bank are among the most common scam tactics targeting Australians.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 7248 2735
If 02 7248 2735 calls you:
- Do not: Confirm personal details, banking information, or card numbers over the phone
- Do not: Provide any passwords, PINs, or verification codes
- Do not: Follow instructions to transfer money or access your bank account
- Do: Hang up immediately if the caller claims to be from your bank
- Do: Block the number if it calls again
- Do: Contact Commonwealth Bank directly on their official number (found on the back of your card or their website) to verify any claims about your account
Verify Bank Calls Independently
Legitimate banks never ask for sensitive information over the phone. If 02 7248 2735 or any number claims to be your bank:
- Hang up and call your bank's official customer service number
- Do not use any phone number the caller provides
- Log into your genuine banking app or website to check for alerts
- Ask your bank directly whether they attempted to contact you
How to Report 02 7248 2735
If you receive an impersonation call from 02 7248 2735 or 0272482735, report it to:
- Scamwatch: scamwatch.gov.au - Report the impersonation attempt and the phone number
- ACMA: acma.gov.au - Report the call for potential investigation
- Your bank: Contact Commonwealth Bank directly to report the fraudulent call
- Reverseau: Add your report to help warn other Australians about 02 7248 2735
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Is 02 7248 2735 really from Commonwealth Bank?
No. The contributor who reported 02 7248 2735 confirmed they do not have a credit card with Commbank, making the caller's claim false. Commonwealth Bank will not call you claiming there's a payment issue on an account you don't have. If you're unsure, hang up and call Commbank's official number from the back of your card.
What should I do if 0272482735 calls claiming to be from my bank?
Hang up immediately. Do not confirm any personal details or account information. Then call your bank directly on their official number (not any number the caller provided) to verify whether they attempted to contact you. Never provide passwords, PINs, or verification codes over the phone to any caller.
Why would a scammer call from 02 7248 2735 claiming to be Commbank?
Scammers impersonate banks because it creates false urgency and trust. By claiming to represent Commonwealth Bank, the caller at 02 7248 2735 hoped the recipient would be more likely to provide sensitive information like card details or verification codes. This tactic exploits the expectation that banks do contact customers about account issues.
Should I call back 0272482735 to check if it's legitimate?
No. Do not call back 02 7248 2735 or any suspicious number. Calling back could confirm your number is active, leading to more scam calls. Instead, hang up and independently contact Commonwealth Bank using the official number on your statement or their website.
How can I tell if a call claiming to be from Commbank is real?
Real banks will never ask for passwords, PINs, or card numbers over the phone. If 02 7248 2735 or any caller asks for this information, they are not from your bank. Legitimate Commbank calls reference specific details you can verify independently, and Commbank always encourages you to hang up and call them back on a verified number.
Where can I report the call from 02 7248 2735?
Report 02 7248 2735 (0272482735) to Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au), the ACMA (acma.gov.au), and directly to Commonwealth Bank. You can also add your report to Reverseau to help other Australians identify this number and stay safe from similar impersonation attempts.