Got a $1,400 rebate text from the IRS? It's a scam, Better Business Bureau warns.
Taxpayers are being tricked into sharing personal information via fraudulent messages that look official, but are not.
IRS Scam Text Message: How to Avoid 'Smishing'
"Smishing" is a scam method that uses text messages to trick people into giving away sensitive information that could lead to losing money or having their identity stolen.
Scammers are targeting taxpayers with this IRS text: Here’s what you need to know
If you receive a text message claiming that you will receive a $1,400 check from the IRS, don’t click any links. The Better Business Bureau warns that it’s a scam.
Got a $1,400 rebate text from the IRS? It's a scam, BBB warns.
Taxpayers are being tricked into sharing personal information via fraudulent messages that look official, but are not.
Get a text about a $1,400 IRS stimulus check? Don’t click the link, BBB says
If you get a text message claiming that you will receive a $1,400 check from the IRS, don’t click any links. The Better Business Bureau warns that it’s a scam.
Taxpayers warned about fake $1,400 IRS stimulus check text scam
American taxpayers are being warned about a new text scam where IRS imposters are claiming individuals are eligible for $1,400 stimulus checks.
BBB warns of scammers offering stimulus checks while impersonating IRS
Scammers posing as the IRS have told people they are eligible for a $1,400 stimulus check and asked for recipients' personal information. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) said the messages appear official but are part of a phishing scheme.
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