Verizon customers have reported receiving
mysterious messages over the past several days sent form their own phone
number.
The texts say “Your bill is paid”
and “There’s a gift for you.”
Verizon says it’s aware of these messages and
is now working with law enforcement to stop the fraudulent activity.
The company says don’t click on the link.
Statement from Verizon:
“As part of a recent fraud
scheme, bad actors have been sending text messages to some Verizon customers
which appear to come from the customers’ own number. Over the past 48 hours, our
company has made a significant effort to limit the current
activity. However, attempted fraud using SMS spam is an issue that’s been
impacting virtually all wireless providers in recent months. We are actively
working with others in our industry and with U.S. Law Enforcement as part of an
investigation aimed at identifying and stopping these fraudsters and their
illegal actions. We will continue this work on behalf of our
customers. In addition, we have no indication of any Russian
involvement.”
scheme, bad actors have been sending text messages to some Verizon customers
which appear to come from the customers’ own number. Over the past 48 hours, our
company has made a significant effort to limit the current
activity. However, attempted fraud using SMS spam is an issue that’s been
impacting virtually all wireless providers in recent months. We are actively
working with others in our industry and with U.S. Law Enforcement as part of an
investigation aimed at identifying and stopping these fraudsters and their
illegal actions. We will continue this work on behalf of our
customers. In addition, we have no indication of any Russian
involvement.”