Have you gotten a text from the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles demanding that you pay an overdue traffic ticket? Hold off on paying that — it's a smishing scam. The Federal Trade Commission ...

Spotting what’s real and what’s a rip-off isn’t always easy—but Consumer Reports has tips to help you stay a step ahead.

Have you gotten a text from the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles demanding that you pay an overdue traffic ticket? Hold off on paying that — it's a smishing scam. The Federal Trade Commission ...

It starts with a ping. You are in the middle of your day when a text pops up saying that there is a problem with your package delivery or a missed toll payment. These messages look very convincing, ...

Scammers always come up with new ways to scam unsuspecting internet users. These days, they're using modern technologies like AI to portray themselves as legitimate individuals in front of their ...

Chances are you've received *** scam text message this year saying you owe money for unpaid tolls. The Federal Trade Commission says that scam has been surging across the country, but now scammers are ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- If you're getting more and more unwanted spam text messages, you're not alone. These texts are not only annoying but continue to cost people real money. "Scammers are kind of ...

A new scam targeting Amazon users is making the rounds in the form of suspicious text messages, but those who know what to look out for can avoid being taken advantage of. The texts in question were ...

The Alabama Department of Revenue has received reports of a text message scam, regarding refund claims. Fraudulent text messages have been popping up in multiple states disguised as revenue agencies.

If you recently received a text about "State Code 15c-16.003," be aware that these messages are designed to steal your personal or financial information. In May, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi ...