April 16, 2024 at 01:58PM
The FBI has issued a warning about a widespread smishing campaign targeting people with messages claiming they have unpaid tolls to resolve, aiming to steal credentials and defraud them. The campaign, affecting at least 3 US states and over 2,000 people, prompts users to click a link and enter sensitive information. The FBI advises vigilance and reporting such messages to the IC3.
The meeting notes highlighted a widespread SMS phishing campaign, known as smishing, targeting people with messages claiming they have unpaid tolls to resolve. The campaign aims to steal credentials and defraud victims. The FBI’s warning indicates the campaign is likely to escalate, as it has already affected more than 2,000 people in the US. The scam sends text messages appearing to be from state toll collection services, with a link to a fake website for paying tolls. The link is designed to collect payment credentials and sensitive data. It is important for potential victims to remain vigilant and report any scam messages to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). People should verify the legitimacy of such messages and avoid engaging with them. In case of engagement, it’s crucial to secure personal and financial information and dispute any unauthorized charges that may result from the scam.