Summary: An ongoing mobile phishing campaign is targeting US residents, impersonating parking violation departments and claiming unpaid invoices that incur daily fines. Numerous cities, including New York, have reported receiving these fraudulent texts, which direct victims to malicious websites disguised as city departments. Scammers exploit trusted domains, making it harder for victims to recognize the fraudulent nature of these communications.
Affected: US cities, especially New York City
Keypoints :
- Phishing texts claim unpaid parking invoices, threatening daily fines if not paid.
- Scammers use open redirects on trusted domains to lead victims to fraudulent sites mimicking city departments.
- The phishing message may appear credible, prompting victims to provide personal and financial information for exploitation.