Re: Stolen Number - Can I get it back?

John___WhyStay
Investigator
Investigator

Happened to me as well!! Just been reported on Look East to other Customers???? Seems EE/BT had a security breach??

 

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Chris_B
EE Community Star
EE Community Star

@John___WhyStay   It’s not a security breach the scammer just needs information about you to pass as you when they call customer support to request the PAC.   

To contact EE Customer Services dial 150 From your EE mobile or 0800 956 6000 from any other phone.
John___WhyStay
Investigator
Investigator

Could be BUT

To verify me as a customer they send a code to my phone? As at the time my phone didnt receive a code, how did it pass the security check?

Also I called CS immediately after receiving a text to say that my number porting had been requested and asked for it to be cancelled which didn't happen as requested only 48hours later when I called again did it get cancelled?????

Christopher_G
EE Community Support Team

Hi @John___WhyStay 

EE take security very seriously when it comes to handling your data. You can find more information on our Privacy Policy page

You've done the right thing in speaking with our Mobile Care team. They will be able to begin an investigation with our Fraud team to look fully investigate what happened with your account specifically.

For help on staying safe, please see our Online Security: Avoid and Prevent Scams

Chris