What’s ‘smishing’? FBI warns of new wave of scam text messages
The latest FBI warning includes toll scams, but adds bogus messages from package delivery companies, Forbes reports. The tactic is known as “smishing” — a combination of “SMS (Short Message Service ice) and “phishing” — and it uses text messages to trick people into giving out sensitive personal information.
Did you get a text message saying you owe money for tolls? Don’t fall for this scam
Officials are warning D.C.-area residents about toll scams, which see individuals alerted via text about outstanding balances from fraudulent companies.
Warning Issued for USPS Scam Text: What to Look Out For
Consumers are now being scammed by text messages claiming that a USPS package is undeliverable due to an invalid ZIP code. The fraudulent links in smishing texts may install malware or redirect users to fake websites that harvest sensitive data, according to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.
Unpaid toll texts are scams, FBI and local authorities warn
The FBI and local authorities warn drivers about scam texts impersonating toll agencies, urging them not to click on links.
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,
This E-ZPass toll road scam is spreading, FBI warns. Here's what to know in Arizona
The FBI is warning about a smishing scam claiming you owe money on unpaid toll road feed. Here's what they say to do if you get the text messages.
FBI Announces a Fresh Warning About a ‘Smishing’ Scam
The FBI is advising people not to click on those road toll texts. It's received over 2,000 complaints this month alone.
FBI warns: Don’t fall for this unpaid tolls smishing scam
Cybercriminals are sending fake texts claiming unpaid tolls, tricking people into sharing personal information or downloading malware.
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Scam and span phone calls are basically unstoppable. Here's what to know
Many Americans are frustrated by an unending barrage of scam and spam telephone calls. Multiple reliable sources note that ...
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 ...
Getting texts about unpaid tolls? It's probably a scam. Here's how to keep your info safe.
The new system also brought more toll scam messages to the state. The Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission released a ...
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(Don't) click here to pay your tolls: How you can stop spam texts
"Smishing" scams aim to compromise your data and pilfer money. And if you think the problem is getting worse, you're right.
Got A Suspicious Text About Unpaid Tolls? Don’t Click — It Could Be A Scam
The FCC and other officials warned that a smishing campaign is now a national scam after reports of a toll scam started ...
Survey: More than 1 in 3 Americans have faced a financial scam or fraud in the past year
More than 2 in 3 Americans have experienced a financial scam or fraud in their lifetime, and about 1 in 3 in the last year.
Huge update coming to millions of Aussies in scam crisis
Millions of Aussies will have access to a new phone feature which will help them combat the phone scam crisis which cost the nation $141m last year.
Airtel working on tech to wipe out scam, phishing
Bharti Airtel is developing technology to prevent online scams and phishing attempts for its 380 million mobile users. About ...
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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 ...