Security experts warn of a new text message phishing scam that attempts to direct users to a malicious website where they’re prompted to provide their personal information.
The text message, which claims to be sent by FedEx, includes a fake tracking code for a package whose delivery settings haven’t been configured.
“Hello [random name], your FEDEX package with tracking code [random tracking code] is waiting for you to set delivery preferences [malicious link],” the text message reads.
Very often, the name that is being used for the text message doesn’t match the one of the receiver, and this is the first indication it’s a scam.
Clicking the malicious link included in the message points users to a page where they are asked to provide personal details and pay for various services.
Don’t click the link
FedEx warns customers shouldn’t open the websites and report the scam to the company.
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