02 8897 1804 - 0288971804: Phishing Scam Reports

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02 8897 1804 (0288971804): SMS phishing scam impersonating Binance. Contributors report fake verification code messages with callback numbers attempting to steal account access.

Phishing Scam Reports for 02 8897 1804

Two contributors have reported scam activity from 02 8897 1804 (also written as 0288971804), specifically SMS-based phishing attempts impersonating the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The reports span October through December 2025 and reveal a pattern of fake verification code messages designed to trick recipients into calling attacker-controlled numbers or revealing sensitive account information.

The SMS messages from 0288971804 mimic legitimate Binance communications, claiming to be withdrawal codes or account verification requests. However, each message includes a callback number controlled by the scammer. One contributor noted the scammers even reused the exact same verification code across multiple messages, a red flag that exposed the fraudulent nature of the communications.

What Callers from 02 8897 1804 Send

Contributors who received SMS from 02 8897 1804 report the following patterns:

• Fake "withdrawal code" messages with instructions to call support if the request wasn't made, with callback numbers like +61 383 848 182 and +61 1800 875 563
• Phishing texts claiming "Your verification code is: [code]" with warnings not to share the code, followed by a callback number (+61 289097847)
• Account reset notifications purporting to be from Binance, with typos like "infrom" instead of "inform", designed to appear rushed or authentic
• All messages included phone numbers or instructions prompting the recipient to take immediate action

The scammers deliberately included spelling and grammar errors in some messages, possibly to evade detection filters or to create a false sense of urgency that discourages scrutiny. One contributor flagged that the recurring use of identical verification codes across different dates proves these are not legitimate Binance communications.

Report Patterns and Timing

Community reports for 0288971804 indicate sustained phishing activity over a two-month period:

• October 12: Initial withdrawal code phishing message
• October 21: Repeated phishing attempt using identical code
• November 30: Verification code phishing with alternate callback number
• December 2: Account reset phishing with Binance impersonation and spelling error
• December 1: Missed call from the same number, noted as a hunting/phishing attempt

One contributor observed that the scammers recycled the same verification code multiple times, suggesting an automated phishing campaign rather than targeted attacks. The missed call report suggests the scammers may also be attempting voice-based phishing or callback scams if recipients call back.

What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 02 8897 1804

If you receive a text message from 02 8897 1804 claiming to be from Binance or another service:

• Do not: Click any links in the message, call any numbers provided in the SMS, or reply with any information
• Do not: Share verification codes, passwords, or personal details with anyone who contacts you via the callback number
• Do: Delete the message immediately
• Do: Block 0288971804 in your phone settings to prevent future SMS from this number
• Do: If you use Binance or a similar service, log in directly through the official app or website (not via links in messages) and check your account security
• Do: Report the SMS as spam through your phone's built-in reporting feature

Never call callback numbers provided in unsolicited SMS messages, even if the message claims to be from a legitimate company. Scammers use these numbers to harvest personal information or trick you into authorising fraudulent transactions.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 8897 1804

If 02 8897 1804 calls you:

• Do not: Answer the call or return it
• Do not: Provide any personal information, account numbers, or verification codes
• Do: Let the call go to voicemail
• Do: Block the number immediately in your phone settings
• Do: Hang up if you accidentally answer

If a caller claims to be from Binance or another financial service and asks for account details or verification codes, it is always a scam. Legitimate companies never request sensitive information via unsolicited calls or SMS.

How to Report 02 8897 1804

Report this phishing scam using these Australian resources:

• Scamwatch: Report the phishing attempt at scamwatch.gov.au. Include the SMS content, dates, and callback numbers provided in the messages.
• ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): File a complaint at acma.gov.au about the SMS phishing activity and the local number 0288971804 being used for fraud.
• Binance (if applicable): If you have a Binance account, report the phishing SMS directly through the Binance app or website security reporting feature.
• Your telecommunications provider: Primus Telecommunications Pty Limited (the allocated provider for this number) should be notified so they can investigate the account associated with 02 8897 1804.
• Reverseau: Contribute your report to help other Australians identify this phishing number.

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