03 9003 3392 - 0390033392: Telstra Impersonation Scam

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03 9003 3392 (0390033392): Multiple reports of fake Telstra calls requesting IP addresses and personal details. Scammers claim security issues to extract information.

Telstra Impersonation Reports for 03 9003 3392

Four contributors have reported scam calls from 03 9003 3392 (also written as 0390033392) impersonating Telstra representatives. The callers claim there is a security problem with the recipient's internet connection and request sensitive information including IP addresses and phone numbers. This is a classic tech support scam tactic designed to gain access to personal data or computer systems.

The pattern is consistent across reports: callers from 0390033392 use Telstra's name to establish false credibility, then pivot to requesting technical details. One contributor noted the caller became aggressive when questioned, telling them to "stop being a smart arse" before hanging up, indicating frustration when their social engineering attempt failed.

What Callers from 03 9003 3392 Claim

Contributors who answered calls from 03 9003 3392 report the following specific claims and requests:

  • "There is a security problem with your internet connection"
  • "We need you to check your IP address"
  • "Confirm your phone number for verification"
  • References to Telstra as their employer to appear legitimate

One contributor received a callback from a slightly different number (03 9003 3379) with the same Telstra impersonation script, suggesting the scammers are using multiple numbers from the same range. When asked about internet services, legitimate callers would already know whether the recipient is actually a customer, yet these callers proceed with their pitch regardless.

When contributors from 0390033392 resisted requests for personal information, callers either became hostile or hung up immediately. This rapid escalation to aggression or call termination is typical of scammers who recognise their social engineering approach has failed.

Report Patterns and Channel Data

All five reports about 03 9003 3392 came from answered calls, meaning contributors engaged with the callers long enough to recognise the scam. Three reports specifically mention the caller's request for IP address information, which is a key indicator of a tech support scam rather than standard telemarketing.

One contributor described receiving a call from 03 9003 3392 while already on another call, with no voicemail left, followed by a callback from 03 9003 3379 with the same script. This suggests deliberate callback persistence when the first attempt is missed. The pattern indicates the scammers are working through lists of phone numbers methodically.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 03 9003 3392

If 03 9003 3392 calls you:

  • Do not: Provide your IP address, phone number, date of birth, bank details, or any personal information
  • Do not: Allow the caller to remotely access your computer or ask you to install software
  • Do not: Return the call if it goes to voicemail
  • Do: Hang up immediately and verify any claimed issue by contacting Telstra directly using the number on your bill or the official Telstra website
  • Do: Block 0390033392 on your phone to prevent future calls
  • Do: If you already provided information, contact your bank and consider changing passwords for email and online accounts

How to Report 03 9003 3392

Report this number and your experience to multiple Australian authorities:

  • Scamwatch: scamwatch.gov.au - the official Australian government scam reporting service
  • ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): acma.gov.au - report scam calls and SMS
  • Telstra (if you are a customer): Contact Telstra directly to alert them that their brand is being used in scams
  • Reverseau: Contribute your report to help other Australians identify this number

Contributing your report to Reverseau helps build community awareness and prevents others from becoming victims of the same scam.


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What Our Users Reviewed

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Cadogan

Telstra asking for my ip address as there was a security problem.

I replied oh thankyou I was waiting for a call about this.

She then asked for my phone number.

I replied you have it cause you just rang it.

Told me to stop being a smart arse and hung up.

Scam!!!

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Seaman

Spam caller tele marketer trying to sell electricity savings.

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Anonymous

Called once whilst I was on another call (Didn't leave a message.)

Then rang back from 03 9003 3379 claiming to be from Telstra stating that there was a problem with my internet connection. I don't have internet with Telstra, so hung up.

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Anonymous

Called once whilst I was on another call (Didn't leave a message.)

Then rang back from 03 9003 3379 claiming to be from Telstra stating that there was a problem with my internet connection. I don't have internet with Telstra, so hung up.

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Anonymous

Caller claimed to be from Telstra and wanted me to check my IP address, saying that l have a security problem. First asked me to confirm my phone number and my response was that 'you have my phone number because you called it':) then l hung up.


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Frequently Asked Questions

Why are scammers using the Telstra name to call from 03 9003 3392?

Telstra is Australia's largest telecommunications company, so using their name gives scammers immediate credibility. Contributors who received calls from 0390033392 were more likely to engage with the call because they assumed it was legitimate. This is called "spoofing" a trusted brand name.

What should I do if I already gave my IP address to a caller from 03 9003 3392?

Your IP address alone is unlikely to cause direct harm, but it may identify your internet service provider and location. If 03 9003 3392 convinced you to install software or provide remote access, immediately run an antivirus scan on your computer and contact your IT support. Change your email and online banking passwords from a secure device.

Is 03 9003 3392 really Telstra calling me?

No. Telstra will not call you asking for your IP address or requesting remote access to your computer. If you believe Telstra needs to contact you about a genuine service issue, hang up and call Telstra directly using the number on your bill or the official Telstra website. Do not use a number provided by the caller from 0390033392.

Why did the caller from 03 9003 3392 become rude when I questioned them?

One contributor reported the caller from 0390033392 became aggressive and insulted them when they resisted providing information. Scammers often use anger or urgency to pressure people into compliance. This behaviour is a red flag that the call is not legitimate.

Should I block 03 9003 3392 or report it first?

Do both. Block 0390033392 immediately on your phone to prevent future calls, then report your experience to Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au) and ACMA (acma.gov.au). Your report helps authorities track patterns and potentially shut down the scam operation.

Are the calls from 03 9003 3392 and 03 9003 3379 the same scammers?

Yes, one contributor reported receiving calls from both 03 9003 3392 and 03 9003 3379 with identical Telstra impersonation scripts. The scammers are using multiple numbers from the same 03 9003 range, likely to evade blocking and reporting. Block both numbers and report both to authorities.