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,
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
FBI issues warning on E-ZPass text scam: Delete texts on your iPhone, Android phone
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
What is smishing? FBI issues new warning about E-ZPass text scam. Here's what to know
FBI issues new warning about nationwide 'smishing' text scam from E-ZPass about fraudulent 'outstanding toll amounts.' Here's what you need to know
Did you get a text about unpaid Texas toll bill? FBI says to delete these smishing texts
A phishing scam is going around that could put many Texans' personal information at risk. Here's what to know.
Experts warns public of road toll text scam
SALT LAKE CITY — Experts are warning the public about an influx of road toll text messages that are actually a scam. The FBI warned in 2024 that it saw over 2,000 complaints about scam road toll texts in the span of about a month.
Olmsted County Sheriff's Office warns against "smishing" scam targeting USPS customers
(KIMT NEWS 3)--The Olmsted County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about a growing text message phishing scam, also known as "smishing".
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.
Scam texts target Texans: What smishing is and how to protect yourself from it
Officials continue to warn of smishing scams intended to steal people's personal information. The FBI alerted smartphone users nationwide to delete fake text messages pretending to be from toll road services,
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.
It’s a Scam: FBI Warns Americans Not to Click Links in Road Toll Text Messages
The FBI is urging Americans to be cautious of scam road toll collection texts that have been circulating nationwide, with more than 2,000 complaints filed this month alone. These messages, […] The post It’s a Scam: FBI Warns Americans Not to Click Links in Road Toll Text Messages appeared first on Baller Alert.
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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 ...
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 ...
What's a smishing text? See examples as scam text messages target 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.
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Be Alert to Investor Risks from SMS Phishing Scams
Though the term smishing comes from a combination of the words phishing and SMS, these scams can also be conducted through other messaging platforms such as iMessage, Google Messages and WhatsApp.
A massive SMS toll fee scam is sweeping the US – here’s how to stay safe, according to the FBI
US smishing scam claims that unpaid toll service fees are due SMS messages include a bogus link to make an online payment ...