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.
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 ...
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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 ...
What Is ‘Smishing’ and Why Is the FBI Recommending You Delete iPhone and Android Text Messages That Say This
The FBI is warning cell phone users about an increased "smishing" scam. The text message claim the users they owe road toll ...
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 ...
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FBI says don't fall for those road toll ‘smishing' scam texts
The FBI is warning Americans not to respond to scam road toll collection texts after receiving more than 2,000 complaints this month.
‘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.
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What Is Smishing and How Can You Guard Against It?
The FBI has alerted smartphone users nationwide to delete fake texts pretending to be from toll road services, delivery companies, or government agencies, saying the smishing scam is moving state to ...
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 ...