OPP Issues Warning About Surge in Text Message Fraud Known as "Smishing"
OPP warns residents about rising 'smishing' scams—fraudulent texts used to steal personal and banking information. Learn how to protect yourself and report suspicious messages.
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is urging the public to be on high alert as cybercriminals increase the use of deceptive text message scams to steal personal and financial information. Known as "smishing"—a blend of "SMS" and "phishing"—these scams rely on fraudulent text messages that appear to come from trusted s…
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