{"id":1588,"date":"2025-05-28T16:34:29","date_gmt":"2025-05-28T13:34:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trustcrypt.com\/urgent-advisory-enhanced-risk-of-toll-fee-fraud-schemes\/"},"modified":"2025-05-28T16:34:29","modified_gmt":"2025-05-28T13:34:29","slug":"urgent-advisory-enhanced-risk-of-toll-fee-fraud-schemes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trustcrypt.com\/ar\/urgent-advisory-enhanced-risk-of-toll-fee-fraud-schemes\/","title":{"rendered":"Urgent Advisory: Enhanced Risk of Toll Fee Fraud Schemes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Over a year ago, the FBI issued a warning regarding a novel form of smishing (phishing via SMS) scam, specifically targeting individuals with fraudulent text messages demanding payment for toll fees.<\/p>\n<p>In January 2025, the FTC released a similar alert, and by April, a resurgence of toll fee scams emerged, disrupting individuals nationwide.<\/p>\n<p>Recently, the Departments of Motor Vehicles (DMVs) in New York, Florida, and California have cautioned residents against falling prey to these deceptive text messages, which falsely claim that individuals owe a \u201csmall amount\u201d in toll fees and attempt to lure them into clicking malicious links.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"438\" height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/trustcrypt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/urgent-advisory-enhanced-risk-of-toll-fee-fraud-schemes.jpg\" alt=\"toll fee scam text example\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>The prevalence of smishing messages has become a significant concern. Reports indicate that in April 2025 alone, Americans received approximately 19.2 billion automated spam texts, equating to roughly 63 spam texts per individual.<\/p>\n<p>This criminal activity has proven lucrative for the perpetrators. According to the FTC\u2019s 2024 Annual Data Book, 16% of reported fraud attempts were text-based, generating an estimated $470 million in illicit revenue.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"761\" height=\"782\" src=\"https:\/\/www.malwarebytes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/05\/types<em>of<\/em>fraud.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;FTC fraud report&#8221; \/><\/figure>\n<h2>Best Practices to Avoid Toll Fee Scams<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Verify the originating phone number of any text message. Many scams can be easily identified as they often come from international numbers.<\/li>\n<li>Investigate the website associated with the alleged toll fees by comparing the domain name to ensure its authenticity. Minor variations can be misleading, so thorough inspection is essential.<\/li>\n<li>If you choose to make a payment, ensure you receive confirmation of the transaction. Legitimate toll authorities will send a confirmation post payment collection. If confirmation is not received, independently contact the toll service to verify.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid any interaction with scammers. Responding\u2014even to express disinterest\u2014can provide them with valuable data, including the status of your phone number.<\/li>\n<li>If you believe the toll amount may be legitimate due to recent travel, check the official toll service\u2019s website or contact their customer service for clarification.<\/li>\n<li>Consider utilizing security software such as Malwarebytes Mobile Security for both Android and iOS, which features a \u201cText Protection\u201d capability. 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