Short for “SMS phishing”—cyberattacks that arrive via text message— smishing refers to a particular type of spam message that ...

Hackers sent text messages to users from trusted SMS numbers, referencing nonexistent transactions and directing them to call ...

Google said the fake messages are part of a massive criminal network called "Lighthouse" that has stolen information through ...

Scam text messages are rising fast. Learn 14 common smishing tactics and warning signs to keep your money and personal info ...

Ever gotten a text saying you forgot to pay a nonexistent road toll or need to pick up a mystery package? Google's going ...

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) sent out a warning to the public about a fake text message scam. According to a Facebook post from PennDOT, they are ...

If you get a text message saying you've come into contact with someone who's tested positive for Covid-19, don't click the link. It's a scam, officials say. Warnings about such texts have been ...

Scammers impersonate Department of Veterans Affairs employees claiming veterans owe money, but real VA communications only ...

New phishing scam uses Apple's Find My feature to try and steal Apple ID credentials from people with missing or stolen ...

Scams targeting seniors are expected to increase over the holidays. Beware cell phone messages and calls about loans you ...

An expert said scams involving texts that claim to be coming from a state treasury department is surging in popularity.

BOSTON — The Boston Police Department is advising consumers to be cautious of holiday scams while shopping online. Scammers ...