FBI, scammers and smishing

FBI warns of ‘smishing’ scams targeting smartphone users
This tactic, known as “smishing”— a portmanteau of “SMS” and “phishing” — targets people using text messages to trick people into giving out sensitive information
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, contact the toll service's customer service phone number, and delete any smishing texts received."
FBI warns of dangerous new ‘smishing' scam targeting your phone
Hackers have set up over 10,000 fake websites to keep smishing scams going and target both iPhone and Android users with texts. Kurt the CyberGuy shares how to defend yourself.
FBI warns of phishing scam targeting toll bridge users with fake texts
The FBI warns drivers about a phishing scam involving fake toll collection texts, urging caution to protect sensitive data.
FBI Denver warns of online file converter scam
The FBI Denver Field Office is warning against a scam involving free online document converter software. In this scenario, criminals use seemingly harmless online document converter tools to load malware onto victims’ computers, including ransomware, to extract personal and banking information.
FBI’s warning to iPhone, Android users: Delete these ‘smishing’ texts now
Smishing” is a combination of “SMS” and “phishing,” referring to deceptive tactics used to manipulate individuals into providing confidential info.
FBI issues warning on E-ZPass scam — 'smishing' texts: Don't click on these links
FBI issues new warning of nationwide 'smishing' text scam from E-ZPass or other road toll collection service. Here's what to know about these scams
RI DMV warns E-ZPass customers of ‘smishing’ scam
The Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles is warning residents of a text scam that targets E-ZPass customers.
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Peach Pass scam: FBI receives complaints over fraudulent texts
Scammers have stolen thousands of dollars from Georgians with the faked Peach Pass texts, but the FBI believes the actual ...
Fake FBI agent directs New Smyrna woman to deposit $20,000 in Bitcoin ATM machine
The woman said a fake FBI agent told her hackers got into her account. He said the money would be safe in a Bitcoin machine.
‘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.
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.
5 Common Senior Scams in the US
Scams that target elderly people are far more common than you might expect. Thousands of seniors fall victim to financial ...
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FBI warns that romance scams are on the rise. What is a romance scam?
Report romance scams to the FTC, the platform where the scam occurred, and consider contacting AARP's fraud helpline or the FBI. The Federal Trade Commission has reported more than 64,000 ...