No it is a scam.
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/concern/scam
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Technician complaint
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Gloria Kim
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a Microsoft technician Tony Lee has requested I purchase gift cards and bit coins to fix a security issue. Is this legitimate? Is this Microsoft protocol?
Windows for business | Windows Client for IT Pros | User experience | Other
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Anonymous
2023-06-27T22:52:18.7733333+00:00 Just checking if there's any progress or updates?
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Gloria Kim 20 Reputation points
2023-06-27T23:39:56.0066667+00:00 Insofar as the information clarified that I have indeed been scammed and have lost my life savings. Beware, all of you out there!
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