Scam/Fraud
7 months ago
Number has appeared on a ransomware screen on my mothers laptop today.
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First reported 12 Dec 2025
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Last reported
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User Reports (2)
Scam/Fraud
12 Dec 2025
pretends to be microsoft asks for remote access
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How to Block This Number
On iPhone
- Open the Phone app and go to Recents
- Find the number 0800 047 8378 and tap the info icon (i)
- Scroll down and tap Block this Caller
- Confirm by tapping Block Contact
On Android
- Open the Phone app and tap the 3-dot menu
- Go to Call history or Recents
- Long press on 0800 047 8378
- Select Block number or Block/report spam
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Number formats
- UK format: 0800 047 8378
- International: +44 800 047 8378
Number details
- Number type: Freephone
- Number range allocated to: BT