April 12, 2024 at 03:02PM
The FBI issued a warning about a large-scale SMS phishing attack targeting Americans, with scammers posing as road toll collection services. The attacks, ongoing since March 2024, have received over 2,000 complaints. The phishing messages claim recipients owe unpaid tolls and include fake links. Several toll services and law enforcement agencies have cautioned against clicking on such links.
The meeting notes detail a warning from the Federal Bureau of Investigation about a significant wave of SMS phishing attacks targeting Americans with messages related to unpaid road toll fees. The attacks, which began last month, have already affected thousands of individuals, with scammers using similar language and tactics across multiple states. Two specific toll services, Pennsylvania Turnpike and E-ZPass, have been mentioned as targets of the phishing attempts. The FBI advises recipients of such messages to report them to the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), avoid clicking any links, and take steps to secure their personal and financial information. The notes also include warnings from Pennsylvania State Police and recommendations for individuals who have been targeted.