Hong Kong Privacy Watchdog Warns of Fake Retailer Compensation Call Scam The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data in Hong Kong has sounded the alarm on a spate of fake retailer compensation call scams, which are ruthlessly exploiting consumers by posing as legitimate customer service agents.
The scam highlights a growing trend where victims of online shopping are targeted with phony claims of defective products and promised remedies.
Scammers use personal data obtained from previous purchases or social media profiles to create an illusion of authenticity.