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(Orlando, FL) - Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is cancelling criminals with help from the Cyber Fraud Enforcement Unit.
Speaking from the Department of Transportation in Orlando today she announced the takedown of fraudulent Sunpass toll websites used in "smishing" scams.
Smishing uses fake mobile text messages to trick people into downloading malware, sharing sensitive financial information, or sending money to cybercriminals.
Moody says at least ten links that mirrored the legitimate link Sunpass.com were shut down.
"We've noticed an outstanding toll amount of $12.51 in your record," the text said. "To avoid a late fee of $50.00, visit https://sunpasstollsservices.com to settle your balance."
This scam is called "smishing," and this version of the SMS scam is a new one that the FBI warned everyone about earlier this month.
If you fall victim to a smishing scam report it to the FDLE cybercrime website, local law enforcement or the FBI.