Could a stranger be using your phone number for job and loan applications?
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Strangers can use your phone number for fraudulent activity like applying for loans. Find out if you are a victim of identity theft with Kurt's top tips.
Crazy situation, maybe you can figure it out. A guy started using our phone number a few months ago, applying for jobs, housing, loans, etc. I get texts answering his requests with offers, which I answer as "wrong number" but he continues to apply for other deals or care. We know his name, we know he lives in a small town outside Tampa, I even found him on Facebook. We can’t figure out why he’s doing this, what is his angle. I’ve thought of changing my phone number, but I’ve had it for years & it would be a hassle. Can you figure out his angle & any danger for us? Thanks! Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? Get Kurt’s CyberGuy Newsletter, share your voice, a story idea or comment at CyberGuy.com.
Linda, Tampa, FL
It is certainly confusing as to why this guy is using Linda's phone number. I have a few theories being triggered as to what his motives could be. Let's dive into why people might use your or someone else's phone number and what you can do to take action.
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