A smishing campaign is targeting New Yorkers with fake text messages claiming to be from the Department of Taxation and Finance about an “Inflation Refund” to steal personal data. Authorities warn residents that the scam involves phishing websites that can lead to identity theft and financial fraud. #GXCTeam #InflationRefund #NYTaxFraud
Keypoints
- The scam impersonates the New York State Inflation Refund Initiative to lure victims.
- Recipients are urged to click malicious links to submit personal and financial information.
- Authorities confirm that NY government agencies do not contact residents about refunds via text or email.
- Victims should report scams and avoid sharing sensitive information with unverified sources.
- The scam can result in identity theft, financial fraud, and unauthorized access to personal data.