0468 193 298 - 0468193298: Repeated Call Scam Reports

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Community reports for 0468 193 298 (0468193298): Caller impersonating Lenovo technician making repeated calls from multiple numbers. 3 reports flagged.

Repeated Call Scam Reports for 0468 193 298

Three contributors have flagged 0468 193 298 (also written as 0468193298) for suspicious calling activity. One report specifically identifies the caller as claiming to be "Josh from Lenovo" - a classic tech support scam impersonation. The key red flag: this caller has been contacting the same person from multiple different phone numbers on the same day, a tactic designed to evade blocking and appear as separate callers.

The pattern of repeated calls from 0468193298 using different numbers within a short timeframe is a hallmark of coordinated scam operations. Contributors report receiving the calls without voicemails left, suggesting automated dialling or multiple numbers associated with the same scam ring.

What Callers from 0468 193 298 Claim

The one detailed report about 0468193298 describes a caller identifying themselves as "Josh from Lenovo". This impersonation is designed to establish false authority and make the recipient believe there's a legitimate technical issue requiring immediate action. Lenovo impersonation scams typically follow this pattern: claim a computer problem has been detected, create urgency around a supposed security threat, then request remote access or payment for fake repairs.

The fact that 0468 193 298 has called from multiple numbers within the same afternoon suggests the caller is actively managing the target across several lines - either to retry after a rejection or to make the campaign appear broader than it is.

Call Patterns and Timing

The most recent activity involving 0468193298 occurred on 11 September 2026, when a contributor received multiple calls in a single afternoon from this number and at least one other. No voicemails were left on any of the missed calls reported, indicating the caller is relying on the recipient returning the call or answering directly.

Two earlier reports from July and August 2026 also describe calls from 0468 193 298 with no message left. This pattern of silent or minimal-information calls is typical of scammers testing whether a number is active before launching their pitch.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 0468 193 298

If 0468193298 or a similar number from this campaign calls you:

• Do not: Answer if you don't recognise the number, return the call, or provide any personal information
• Do not: Allow remote access to your computer, even if the caller claims to be from a technology company
• Do: Let the call go to voicemail
• Do: Block 0468 193 298 immediately on your phone
• Do: If you're concerned about a genuine tech issue, contact Lenovo directly using the official phone number on your device or their website - never use a number the caller provides
• Do: Report repeated calls to your phone provider if they continue from different numbers

How to Report 0468 193 298

If you've received calls from 0468193298 or similar numbers claiming to be from Lenovo:

• Report to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au - include the date, time, and what the caller claimed
• Report to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) at acma.gov.au - use their complaints form to flag the pattern of repeated calls
• Report to ReportCyber at cyber.gov.au if the scammer attempted to access your computer or obtain financial details
• Contact your phone provider to report the number and request call blocking assistance
• Share your experience on Reverseau to help other Australians identify this caller

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