The scam text test: Spot danger before you tap
The text reads, "Your package is delayed. Confirm your address here." A little later, it's a text message about an unpaid toll, suspicious bank activity or an account that will be locked unless you act now.That's how scam texts work.
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The text reads, "Your package is delayed. Confirm your address here." A little later, it's a text message about an unpaid toll, suspicious bank activity or an account that will be locked unless you act now.That's how scam texts work. They don't always look wild or obviously fake. They look routine, urgent and easy to deal with in a hurry.
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- What's the story?
- The text reads, "Your package is delayed. Confirm your address here." A little later, it's a text message about an unpaid toll, suspicious bank activity or an account that will be locked unless you act now.That's how scam texts work.
- How widely is it covered?
- 1 outlet, average source rating 6.0/10.
- When was it last updated?
- 16m ago.
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The scam text test: Spot danger before you tap
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