Learn how scammers are using fake texts to steal personal and financial information. The FBI warns that smishing scams are increasing rapidly on iPhone and Android phones, but with the right precautions, you can stay safe.
Scammers are flooding iPhones and Android devices with fake text messages that look like real alerts from banks, delivery services, and toll agencies. These scams, known as smishing, are designed to steal personal and financial information. The FBI warns that these attacks have skyrocketed, with cybercriminals using thousands of fake websites to trick people into clicking dangerous links. Learn how to recognize fake toll payments, package delivery scams, and fraudulent bank alerts, and discover simple ways to protect yourself from identity theft, malware, and financial fraud. Find out what to do if you receive a suspicious text and how to report it. Stay ahead of scammers with key cybersecurity tips that keep your personal data safe.
SCAM ALERT: FBI Issues Urgent Warning on iPhone & Android Text Scam
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