How To Avoid Text Scams And Spot Red Flags Early

Scam texts are becoming more sophisticated. Learn how to spot the warning signs, avoid common schemes, and protect yourself ...
CNET

Is That Text Message From Your Bank Legit? How to Detect and Avoid SMS Phishing Scams

Phishing attempts via text message are getting more frequent and more sophisticated. Learn how to avoid text scams and what to do if you fall victim. Peter Butler Managing Editor Peter is a managing ...
BBC

How do I set up code via text message?

Code via text message is one of the four security steps you can set up to confirm you identity. If you don’t receive a code or if you enter it incorrectly, you can request another. Note that there is ...
WGAL

Random text message from unfamiliar number could be start of scam

TEMPORARY LOCATIONS. IT STARTS WITH A STRANGE TEXT MESSAGE FROM SOMEONE. YOU DO NOT KNOW. IT MAY SEEM LIKE A MISTAKE, BUT IT COULD BE A LITTLE MORE SINISTER. IT COULD BE THE START OF A SCAM. WE’VE ...
Network World

Bank of America authenticates via mobile phone

Guest writer Mike Drabicky discusses Bank of America’s newest security option: SafePass, a text message code sent to your cell phone. Senior Technology Consultant Mike Drabicky has been working in the ...
Fast Company

Don’t reply ‘STOP’ to unsolicited text messages. Do this instead

Spammers and malicious actors inundate us with a steady stream of text messages—often purporting to be from legitimate institutions or companies. Stanching this flow isn’t easy. Just as the unwanted ...