Urgent warning over elaborate internet scam that allows hackers to take over computer with a code

An urgent warning has been issued over an elaborate internet scam that allows hackers to take over your computer after you're fooled into entering an eight-digit code. NSW Police announced on Wednesday morning that individuals need to be cautious over calls from scammers impersonating internet providers. NSW Police issued a warning about scammers impersonating internet providers who claim a person's internet is corrupted and the code 'EVENTVWR' needs to be entered to fix the issue Event Viewer is a tool in a Windows computer that displays comprehensive information about important events on the computer such as errors, information messages and warnings. Police have asked individuals to report the elaborate internet scam to the ACCC Scamwatch website.