03 8000 4453 - 0380004453: Commonwealth Bank Impersonation

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Community reports for 03 8000 4453 (0380004453) describe callers falsely claiming to represent Commonwealth Bank, requesting personal information after fake security alerts.

Commonwealth Bank Impersonation Reports for 03 8000 4453

Two contributors have reported calls from 03 8000 4453 (also written as 0380004453) claiming to be Commonwealth Bank representatives. Both reports describe callers attempting to manipulate recipients into confirming sensitive banking details through urgency and deception. The pattern indicates coordinated impersonation rather than isolated incidents, with callers possessing or fabricating knowledge of account information to build false credibility.

One report about 0380004453 is particularly concerning because the caller knew the recipient's bank balance before even identifying themselves. This level of detail suggests either data obtained through prior breach activity or social engineering tactics designed to bypass initial skepticism. The caller from 03 8000 4453 contacted the recipient's aunt immediately after she received a genuine fraud alert notification on her account, exploiting her heightened anxiety about unauthorised access.

What Callers from 03 8000 4453 Claim

Contributors report that callers from 03 8000 4453 identify themselves as Commonwealth Bank staff and reference recent account activity or suspicious transactions. One caller timed their call strategically, contacting the recipient shortly after a legitimate money withdrawal attempt alert had been issued, creating a false impression of legitimacy and urgent need for action.

When challenged about their affiliation, the caller from 0380004453 became evasive. A contributor who is not even a Commonwealth Bank customer received a call from 03 8000 4453 claiming CBA representation; when asked to verify details, the caller went silent rather than provide legitimate authentication, confirming the scam nature of the contact.

Both callers requested the recipient confirm or provide personal and banking information, a classic indicator of account takeover preparation. The language and tactics used align with coordinated Commonwealth Bank impersonation campaigns that have targeted Australian consumers over recent months.

Call Patterns and Timing

Community reports on 03 8000 4453 were submitted within a 24-hour window in mid-January 2026, suggesting a concentrated campaign or burst of dialling activity from this number. One call was answered and engaged with directly, while the second was also answered, allowing contributors to clearly identify the impersonation attempt.

The timing of the call from 03 8000 4453 to one contributor was strategically chosen to coincide with genuine account security alerts, maximising the likelihood of social engineering success. This deliberate coordination suggests the caller had access to transaction timing information or was running a broader campaign targeting multiple Commonwealth Bank customers simultaneously.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 03 8000 4453

Commonwealth Bank will never call you asking to confirm your banking details, passwords, or personal information. If 03 8000 4453 or any unknown number contacts you claiming to represent your bank:

• Do not: Confirm your name, account number, password, PIN, or any banking details; return the call to the number provided by the caller; follow links or download applications the caller suggests
• Do: Hang up immediately and contact Commonwealth Bank directly using the official number on the back of your card or their website; report the number 03 8000 4453 to Commonwealth Bank's fraud team; block the number 0380004453 on your phone
• If you already shared information: Contact Commonwealth Bank immediately on 13 2221 to report the incident and freeze your accounts if necessary

How to Report 03 8000 4453

Report calls from 03 8000 4453 (0380004453) through the following Australian government and financial channels:

• ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report the scam call at acma.gov.au or call 1300 850 152. ACMA tracks dangerous numbers and can action complaints against telecommunications providers.
• Scamwatch: Lodge a report at scamwatch.gov.au. This national awareness service tracks emerging scam patterns and helps warn other Australians.
• Commonwealth Bank: Contact their fraud team on 13 2221 or use the CBA mobile app to report the fraudulent contact.
• Your phone provider: Request that Symbio Networks (the service provider for 0380004453) investigate the account associated with this number.
• ReportCyber: If you clicked any links or provided information, report to cyber.gov.au for additional guidance on identity theft protection.
• Reverseau: Contribute your own report at reverseau.com.au to help other Australians identify this number.

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