FBI investigates rising Peach Pass scam claiming unpaid tolls
The FBI is investigating the rise in a scam text being sent out to Georgians saying they owe money for their Peach Pass.
Don’t click on those road toll texts. FBI issues fresh warning about the smishing scam
WASHINGTON (AP) — The FBI is warning Americans not to respond to scam road toll collection texts after receiving more than 2,000 complaints this month. The texts impersonating state road toll collection agencies attempt to get phone users to reveal financial information, such as credit or debit cards or bank accounts.
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 malware.
Did you get a text about unpaid Texas toll bill? FBI says to delete these smishing texts
A phishing scam is going around that could put many Texans' personal information at risk. Here's what to know.
FBI Atlanta Warns of Smishing Scam Regarding Peach Pass
Since March 1, the number of complaints to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center reporting smishing texts from Georgia’s electronic toll collection system, Peach Pass, has jumped dramatically.
FBI Announces a Fresh Warning About a ‘Smishing’ Scam
The FBI is advising people not to click on those road toll texts. It's received over 2,000 complaints this month alone.
FBI Warns Americans to Immediately Delete ‘Smishing’ from Their Phones
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is sounding the alarm. Despite sounding like some innocuous TikTok trend, the FBI is issuing a stern warning — and some directives — to Americans about waves of "smishing" attacks that are targeting swaths of people.
FBI Warns of Latest Phone Scam and How to Protect Yourself
The FBI has sent out a warning about how to protect yourself from the latest "smishing" texts scam, which tries to trick cell phone users into thinking they have unpaid road tolls. So, what is "smishing?
Spam texts about unpaid tolls are on the rise. Here's what to do if you get one
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Peach Pass scam: FBI receives complaints over fraudulent texts
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FBI Atlanta Reports High Number Of Complaints Regarding Peach Pass Smishing Scheme
The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center reported Thursday that since the beginning of March the center has received a host ...
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FBI Atlanta Warns of Peach Pass Smishing Scam
Since March 1, the number of complaints to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center reporting smishing texts from Georgia’s ...