According to experts, their use can be used against the victims themselves. Scammers using phone scams can record customer voice data and use it later.
Vlasov advises not to answer calls from unknown numbers, not to engage in dialogue with scammers and not to use the words “yes”, “no” and “me” in a conversation.
The expert also stated that it is important not to be rude when talking to scammers as this could lead them to add your number to their database and terrorize you in the future.
He says the best strategy is to hang up as soon as you realize you’re talking to a scammer.
Source: Ferra
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