Beware of "Smishing" Scammers: How to Safeguard Your Information

Scammers are using "smishing" (SMS phishing) to trick people into revealing personal and banking information through unsolicited text messages. They often pose as government agencies, companies, or package delivery services. Americans lost $330 million to smishing scams in 2022. To protect yourself, be cautious of unsolicited messages asking for personal information, be suspicious of urgent requests, and verify with the source by calling instead of relying on text messages. Block or filter unsolicited messages, report smishing to authorities, and if you've already been scammed, get your computer checked for malware and contact your bank to report fraudulent transactions.