Your phone buzzes. A text message pops up saying you have an outstanding traffic violation, and if you scan the attached QR code immediately, you can pay a $6.99 balance and avoid a court appearance.

Cybercriminals are exploiting Apple’s reputation with fake “high alert” security warnings designed to panic consumers into giving up passwords, payment information, or remote access to their devices.

Take a moment to ensure the message is legitimate.

CRISP COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) — The Crisp County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) warned residents about a scam involving fake text messages. According to CCSO, the text messages claim to be a “final notice” from a ...

Text messages are part of daily life. They’re quick, easy, and feel personal. But that’s exactly why scammers love them. A simple text can open the door to fraud, identity theft, or even empty your ...

A Pennsylvania woman who thought she was protecting her money instead wired $24,000 straight into the hands of scammers after falling for a sophisticated text-based con that police say is spreading ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security (TDOSHS) is warning Tennesseans about a new text scam. Text messages claiming the recipient has unpaid traffic ...

New Jersey law enforcement has sounded the alarm warning the public about a new text message scam. The Essex County Prosecutor's Office issued a warning about a text message scam intended to scare ...

If you got a text message asking you to pay an unpaid toll, parking ticket, or moving violation, it is almost certainly a scam. Consumer Reports asked every toll agency in the U.S. whether it sends ...