California warns of FasTrak smishing scam targeting mobile users
kcra.com — January 17, 2025, 02:01 AM UTC
A recent text message claiming to be from FasTrak, urging payment of toll fees, is a scam known as "smishing." This phishing attempt aims to steal personal and credit card information. FasTrak does not request payments via text. California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a consumer alert about this issue, which has affected mobile phone users statewide. The FBI reported 2,000 complaints related to similar scams across multiple states since early March. FasTrak's official website now warns users to ignore such phishing texts. If you receive one, the FBI advises filing a complaint and deleting the message. If you provided personal information, take steps to secure your accounts.