DMVs in states like New York, Florida, and California are warning residents about a new wave of phishing text messages aimed at scamming people out of their personal and financial details. These deceptive texts claim to notify drivers about unpaid traffic fines and threaten penalties and license suspensions. The rise in phishing via SMS, or 'smishing,' is alarming, especially as Americans reported losing over $12 billion to fraud in 2024, prompting advice from experts to protect oneself from digital thieves.
DMVs are warning drivers nationwide of new phishing text messages that threaten penalties if recipients don't comply, cleverly designed to steal personal information.
The latest scam texts allegedly from DMVs threaten drivers with unpaid fees and penalties but are not from official sources, exposing a growing trend of fraud.
Scammers employ fear tactics, warning of fines and suspensions to convince individuals to part with sensitive financial data, highlighting the perils of smishing.
With Americans losing over $12 billion to fraud in 2024, it's crucial to remain vigilant and skeptical about unsolicited messages requesting personal information.
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