FBI Warns iPhone And Android Users—Delete Any Texts Received
The FBI has issued a warning about a growing scam targeting Americans, urging citizens to be vigilant against smishing (SMS phishing) attacks related to unpaid road tolls. These scams are moving across the U.S., with fraudsters posing as toll agencies to steal money and personal information. The scam typically involves a text message stating that the recipient owes money for tolls, accompanied by a link to a fake payment page. The goal is to either steal payment card details or steal the victim's identity.
Reports of this scam have been surfacing from states such as Massachusetts, California, North and South Carolina, Illinois, Colorado, Florida, and more. The scam is now widespread, and the FBI has warned that it could soon affect even more regions. The toll operator’s name is usually impersonated in the link, and the message might appear legitimate, often featuring slight variations in phone numbers depending on the state.
The FBI advises people to ignore such texts and delete them. If you’ve already clicked on a link, take immediate action to secure your personal information and financial accounts. Contact your bank or credit card company and be wary of new credit applications or suspicious activities.
Experts suggest the perpetrators behind these scams may be Chinese cybercriminal groups using sophisticated phishing kits designed to replicate toll operator websites. These kits make it easy for scammers to impersonate toll services and collect personal and financial data from unsuspecting victims.
Authorities continue to warn people to be cautious about unsolicited texts, especially those that contain links, and remind citizens to always verify toll information via legitimate toll service websites or customer service phone numbers.
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