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FBI Warns Americans to Immediately Delete ‘Smishing’ from Their Phones

The Federal Bureau of Investigation is sounding the alarm. Despite sounding like some innocuous TikTok trend, the FBI is issuing a stern warning — and some directives — to Americans about waves of "smishing" attacks that are targeting swaths of people.

Syracuse.com on MSN · 21h

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.

The Associated Press on MSN · 8h

Don’t click on those toll text messages. 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, such as credit or debit cards or bank accounts.

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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.

Time on MSN · 9h

How to Steer Clear of Smishing Scams

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,

Distractify on MSN · 14h

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.

ABC27 on MSN9h

USPS seeing an uptick in scams

During the 2024 holiday season, the United States Postal Service and the Postal Inspection Service saw a surge in phishing and smishing scams. “Customers might ...

WGAL on MSN5h

USPS says scamming attempts spiked during holiday season

Among the scams that have seen increased activity is "brushing," which involves unsolicited packages shipped through third-party sellers.

Toll road scammers continue to send ‘smishing’ texts: Don't click on these links

Scam texts demanding money for fake unpaid tolls are still circling from coast-to-coast. Watch out for these kinds of links ...

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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.

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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 ...

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

The toll pass scam has been seen elsewhere, but Florida, which has more toll roads of any state in the country, is particularly susceptible.

NC Quick Pass scams can steal credit card, social security numbers, FBI warns

The real link for paying your NC Quick Pass bill can be found at secure.ncquickpass.com/#/Pay. Links included in scam texts ...

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