The Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about a text-message scam involving fraudulent DMV messages where ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Alex Vakulov is a cybersecurity expert focused on consumer security. A widespread and aggressive phishing campaign is hitting ...

Philadelphia Courts has issued a fraud alert over text messages alleging fake toll violations. According to the courts, ...

Like most things in the world, innovations in technology have both positive and negative impacts on society. On one hand, the latest technologies like AI models are making tasks easier in various ...

Across Illinois, drivers are receiving text messages claiming to be from the Illinois Tollway accusing them of "toll evasion" or having unpaid tolls. "These are phishing text scams. Do not respond or ...

The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles has received reports of a potential texting scam targeting Ohio residents from scammers claiming to be officials from the state of Ohio — again. Residents have ...

Scammers target Pennsylvanians with fake traffic violation texts ...

(WJET/WFXP)– PennDOT is urging residents to avoid clicking any links after receiving reports of suspicious text messages being sent out pretending to be from them and the DMV. PennDOT posted a warning ...

Troy Police are alerting people about a scam involving text messages. Recipients are receiving messages from unfamiliar numbers that contain vague statements, which may make them think they recognize ...

NORFOLK, Va. — In recent months, people across Hampton Roads have been receiving text messages claiming to be from "recruiters" offering lucrative job opportunities. While some may be tempted to ...

While internet-based messaging apps dominate today’s communication landscape, traditional SMS texting still plays an important role—especially in situations with limited connectivity or for receiving ...