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A text from USPS? It could be a ‘smishing’ scam
John Hyatt, strategic communication specialist for the United States Postal Service, said smishing is the practice of sending fake text messages to smartphones asking users to click on a link to resolve a ZIP code or other issue with a pending package. He warned personal data is what the sender is after.
Smishing: U.S. postal officials warn about new text scam
DALLAS — Amid the busy holiday shipping season, the U.S. Postal Service is sounding an urgent warning about a scam being sent via text message to unsuspecting users. According to postal officials, the scam consists of cell phone owners receiving a text message that says a USPS package can’t be delivered because of missing information.
USPS warns about package tracking 'smishing' text messages: Here's what to know
Smishing is the practice of sending text messages disguised as a reputable source, like the U.S. Postal Service.
‘Smishing’ and other scams could kill your holiday joy, Postal Service warns
“While the holiday season offers merriment, joy, and togetherness, fraudsters and their scams can dim the season,” the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS), the federal law enforcement arm of the Postal Service, said on its website.
USPS warns against fraudulent texts claiming to confirm package deliveries
This holiday season is the time of giving. But unfortunately, some scammers see it as a time of stealing, as fraudulent text messages have been circling around
That text from the post office could be a scam. How to avoid 'smishing' fraud
Scammers are using a hoax called smishing to try to deceive consumers who send packages through the mail. Experts share guidance on how you can avoid this scam.
USPS warns public of 'smishing' texts
Mail carriers are warning the public of a scam that involves texts coming from stranger pretending to be them.
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Get a text about a package that can’t be delivered? U.S. Postal Service says it might be a scam
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What’s the Smishing Scam in New Jersey, Here’s What to Look Out For
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USPS issues warning about a package tracking text message scam. What to know
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If You Get a USPS Scam Text, You Need to Do This ASAP
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'Skimming,' 'smishing,' and other scams to pay attention to during the holiday season
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Safety Alert: Scammers sending fake USPS delivery texts
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - It’s the time of the year when almost everyone seems to be sending or receiving mail and packages and scammers are unfortunately taking advantage with “smishing” or ...
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USPS Scams on the Rise in Indiana: Here’s What You Need to Know
With Christmas coming up this week, many might still be waiting on packages to come in. That being said, scammers are trying ...