Fear Strikes the US! Is China Behind It?
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World
February 10, 2025 11:06
united states - FBI warns to delete all messages as scam messages spread across the US, raising concerns about Chinese cybercriminals.
US Faces Growing Scam Message Threat
The FBI issues a warning as fraudulent messages become a nationwide issue in the US. Reports indicate similar complaints from 8 states. Institutions in the US release advice and statements against scammers. The FBI reissues a message regarding cyberattacks by Chinese criminals targeting Americans.
Warning to Delete Scam Messages
The FBI alerts, stating that 'scam messages may be moving from state to state' and urges to 'delete all scam messages sent to mobile phones.' The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) advises to treat messages claiming unpaid toll fees as 'likely a scam.'
Rising National Concern
The FBI emphasizes that links in demanding messages are used to steal personal information if clicked. The FBI notes a surge in scam complaints from various states including Massachusetts, California, North and South Carolina, Illinois, Colorado, and Florida.
Warnings from Different States and Agencies
Reports on fraud complaints started in March 2024, with the latest from Great Falls city in Montana. FTC and other agencies issue caution messages against unexpected links and rapid responses to scammers.
Possible Connection to China?
The fear of scams in the US, following the FBI's 'Do not send messages to Chinese hackers infiltrating US networks' warning, raises suspicions about Chinese cybercriminal involvement. Security expert Brian Krebs notes similarities between tactics used by Chinese cybercriminals and the recent surge in fraudulent activities.