1/ The FBI has issued an urgent warning: iPhone and Android users are being targeted by a surge in phishing scams and toll fraud. 🛑 Delete suspicious texts immediately!

2/ Scammers are sending fake toll payment texts, claiming you owe money. These messages include malicious links designed to steal your personal and financial information.

3/ This scam is spreading across the U.S., with reports in states like Massachusetts, California, Florida, and Illinois. The FBI says it’s “moving from state-to-state.”

4/ Here’s how the scam works:

You receive a text claiming you owe money for unpaid tolls. The link takes you to a fake website that looks legit. Entering your info gives scammers access to your data. 5/ Why is this scam so effective?

Urgent language (e.g., threats of license suspension). Realistic-looking fake websites. Random targeting—even non-toll users can get these texts. 6/ The FBI links these scams to Chinese cyber criminal groups using advanced phishing kits. These kits are designed to impersonate toll operators in multiple states.

7/ How to protect yourself:

Delete suspicious texts immediately. Verify toll payments through official channels. Never click on links in unsolicited texts. Report scams to the FBI’s IC3 or forward texts to 7726 (SPAM). 8/ This isn’t the only threat. In December 2024, the FBI and CISA warned about the Salt Typhoon breach, which exposed call records and live phone calls.

9/ The future of mobile security? Google and Apple are working on enhanced encryption for messaging apps. Until then, stick to encrypted platforms like Signal or WhatsApp for sensitive communications.

10/ Stay informed and vigilant. Cybersecurity threats are evolving, but you can protect yourself by following the FBI’s guidelines.

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