“Hi Mom” Text Scam Targets Parents with Fake Emergencies

A "Hi Mom" smishing scam is circulating, tricking parents with fake emergency texts that escalate to requests for money or verification codes.

5 Jul, 16:13 — 5 Jul, 16:13

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Hi Mom text scam: How to spot fake emergency texts

The "Hi Mom" smishing scam uses a fake family emergency text to trick parents into replying, then escalates to requests for money or verification codes.

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