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Don’t fall for this unpaid tolls smishing scam

What is a smishing text? See examples as a text message scam targets people over unpaid tolls

The text may have urgent language or appear from a legitimate source. That's by design, and it could be to your detriment.

Yahoo · 1d

Got a text about an unpaid toll? Don't fall for the 'smishing' scam sweeping Florida

Known as "smishing," people across Florida and the U.S. are receiving scam text message about paying back fake unpaid toll bills.

U.S. News & World Report · 20h

Don't Click on Those Road Toll Texts. Officials Issue Warnings About the Smishing Scam

State officials are warning Americans not to respond to a surge of scam road toll collection texts. The texts impersonating state road toll collection agencies attempt to get phone users to reveal financial information,

Smishing, scam and Rising Threat

TIME on MSN · 13h

What Is a Smishing Scam and How to Stay Safe

In January, the FTC flagged a smishing scam: a message that appears to be from a state road toll company that informs recipients about an outstanding balance. “The scammy text might show a dollar amount for how much you supposedly owe and include a link that takes you to a page to enter your bank or credit card info,

Yahoo · 1d

‘Smishing’ scam texts are still a threat: What to know

The FBI, FTC and cybersecurity experts have warned of ongoing threats focusing on unpaid toll and delivery service scams. Here’s what you need to know.

Distractify on MSN · 18h

What Is a Smishing Text? Understanding the Rising Threat of SMS Phishing Scams

What is a smishing text? Learn how SMS phishing scams work, how to spot them, and the best ways to protect yourself from mobile fraud.

Apple, Android and scam

CNBC on MSN · 18h

Why the toll road text scam is out of control across the U.S., and Apple, Android can't do anything to stop it

Toll road text scams have used over 60,000 domain names and Apple, Android have been powerless to prevent the fraud from hitting users everywhere.

AppleInsider · 15h

Highway toll text scams are on the rise, and Apple can't completely stop them

Highway text scams are a big problem that's continuing to grow with the use of at least 60,000 domain names. There's little Apple can do about it, but you can protect yourself. Here's what's going on.

Entrepreneur on MSN · 12h

'They Are Getting Victims to Pay': Toll Text Scams Are On the Rise and Apple and Android Appear Powerless Against It

More people than ever are receiving text messages warning them that if they don't pay their toll bill by a certain date, they could face a fine and lose their driver's license. These scams are not just more common — they're also claiming more victims and big phone companies like Apple and Google can't block them.

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Police warn iPhone users to report dangerous text message: ‘These scammers want to scare people’

“These scammers want to scare people into acting before thinking,” Sheriff Nick Cocchi said in a statement. Even if the caller ID appears to be from a legitimate agency, “it is likely spoofed using ...

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Did you get a text about unpaid E-ZPass tolls? It's a scam. Here's what to do.

The Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles warned Rhode Islanders this week of the ongoing scam, part of a "smishing" scheme ...

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Insight Global Text Scam: What to Know About High Paying Job Message

The text claims to be a recruiter from the company, but the fraudsters are actually looking to steal your money.

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That E-ZPass text is almost definitely a scam. Here's how to spot it.

E-ZPass and most other toll agencies do not send texts to non-account holders.

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What Is ‘Smishing’ and Why Is the FBI Recommending You Delete iPhone and Android Text Messages That Say This

The FBI is warning cell phone users about an increased "smishing" scam. The text message claim the users they owe road toll ...

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New FBI Warning: Delete These Smishing Texts on iPhone and Android Now

In its latest statement, the FBI advises: "If you receive one of these texts, the following is suggested: File a complaint with the IC3, check your account using the toll service's legitimate website, ...

My Edmonds News4h

Got a text about unpaid tolls? It’s probably a scam

Whether you’ve driven on a toll road recently or not, you might’ve received a text saying you owe money for unpaid tolls.

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