The Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection is warning residents about an increase in package delivery scams, known as “smishing,” where fraudulent text messages impersonating USPS or other carriers attempt to steal personal or financial information, urging caution and verification through official channels.
Per the news release: “The Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection (OCP) is alerting residents of an increase in package delivery scams involving fraudulent text messages that appear to be from the United States Postal Service (USPS). The scam, known as “smishing,” is a form of phishing where scammers use deceptive text messages to steal personal or financial information.
How the Scam Works: Victims receive a text message that appears to be from USPS or another mail carrier. The message might claim there is an issue with a package and include a link to “resolve” the problem. These links direct users to fraudulent websites designed to trick recipients into providing sensitive details. Scammers often impersonate trusted organizations to exploit consumer trust and create a deceptive sense of urgency…