This scammer called a business number and told the person who answered that they were calling from Microsoft and that the user's computer was corrupt.  The scammer then asked to remote into the computer.  Then, the scammer showed the user stuff that was "wrong" with the computer.  Then, the scammer asked for money to fix the problem.

Because the scammer can download hard drive contents, the scammer may have access to all your personal information, including social security numbers and passwords.  DO NOT LET THE SCAMMER REMOTE INTO YOUR COMPUTER.  And report the contact, whether this number or another, to the FTC so they hopefully can catch these crooks!

I received a call and they reported they were from Microsoft and my computer was corrupt.

A Mr. Peter White called and said that he is a Windows Expert and our computer has been corrupted, sending all kinds of issues, virus and the virus is spreading rapidly! He said that it would be "FREE of charge" after that he hit us the the FEE!!!  Do Not Take The Call!

This scammer called a personal number and told the person who answered that they were calling from Microsoft and that the user's computer was corrupt.  The scammer then asked to remote into the computer.  Then, the scammer showed the user stuff that was "wrong" with the computer.