The FBI has issued a warning to both iPhone and Android users regarding a series of phishing text scams that are specifically targeting drivers using toll services like FasTrak and I-PASS in California and Illinois. The cyber crime tips highlight the urgency for users to delete certain text messages that seem to originate from official tolling authorities but are, in fact, fraudulent. These scams have notably ramped up as motorists rely on electronic toll collection systems. The messages often include links that lead to fake websites designed to steal personal information from unsuspecting users. The FBI strongly advises individuals to be skeptical of any unsolicited messages requesting personal details and to confirm the legitimacy of the communication through official channels. In response to these growing threats, users have reported receiving phishing texts that appear to be linked to state toll authorities, prompting additional concerns across the region. This alert follows a surge in complaints from I-PASS users in Illinois, who have been targeted by similar scams that promise incentives or alert them to unpaid tolls. Authorities urge individuals to remain vigilant, especially in light of the recent upticks in such scams across the nation.
FBI Alerts Users About Phishing Text Scams Targeting Toll Users in California and Illinois
