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That number you found in your usage summary report is likely a SMiShing text scam. SMiShing is phishing through text messages. Fraudsters use this and other scams to get your personal info and more. If you didn't request verification from a particular service then you can ignore that message.

Directly replying to a spam text message lets a spammer know that your number is genuine. After you reply, they can sell your phone number to other spammers who might bombard you with false promises of free gifts and product offers. Instead, it's best to block and report the number.

Most people are aware of phishing – or email scams – but they may not realize scammers can also target them with deceptive text messages sent to their smart devices. It's called "smishing": a mashup of SMS – for "short message service" – and phishing.

When we email you about your AT&T bill, we'll include either several digits or your full account number on it. Include links to non-AT&T websites. Hover over the links in the email to see the true destination website. A malicious site may try to mimic the look of an AT&T website.

"Message Blocking" usually means SMS is disabled for your account or you've blocked the person you're trying to text. Other times, it may be related to network settings on your Android or iPhone. Whatever the cause, there's usually an easy fix.

Clicking a phishing link in a spam text message can open your phone to security threats. If you don't enter any information or accept any downloads, your data may be safe. On the other hand, it's possible that suspicious files and malware were downloaded to your device through that malicious link.

If you respond, it just shows this person that your number is active and someone is responding to messages……an open door to more scammers contacting you. Ignore and block.

Smishing messages typically ask consumers to provide usernames and passwords, credit and debit card numbers, PINs, or other sensitive information that scam artists can use to commit fraud. It can happen like this: “John” received a text message that appeared to be from his local credit union.

While SMS lacks end-to-end encryption, it still offers some degree of security compared to other forms of communication. For instance, SMS messages are sent over cellular networks, which are generally considered more secure than public Wi-Fi or other internet connections.

Smishing is a social engineering attack that uses fake mobile text messages to trick people into downloading malware, sharing sensitive information or sending money to cybercriminals. The term “smishing” is a combination of “SMS”—or “short message service,” the technology behind text messages—and “phishing.”

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Here's an example of a scam message with a fake AT&T reward offer: “www.att620.com - Simply sign in to your account to redeem your $620. At AT&T we care about you. Thank you and have a nice day.”

The messages from the short code number 11112009 are actual text messages sent to our customers from AT&T. You may follow the steps mentioned below if you would like to opt out of marketing messages from us. Go to Profile > Communication preferences.

If you get a suspicious text message, forward it to: AT&T at 7726 (SPAM). Text messages forwarded to 7726 are free for AT&T customers. If you can't view the number, email the entire message to abuse@att.net.

A red flag that you've been blocked is when you don't see the delivery status or the read receipt at all. The message you just sent will still be in a blue bubble, but it will have no delivery status below it – not even a "Not Delivered."

A blocked person can't reach you via text. Technically, they can still send an SMS message to your phone number, and they'll see the regular delivery status at their end, just like with any other texts they send. But you won't receive the message in your phone's SMS inbox, essentially blocking the contact at your end.

If someone reaches out to you without your consent, you can prevent them from contacting you again. That option is called “Blocking.” Blocking someone makes it so that you won't receive their messages even if they do text you.

In some cases, yes. Replying to a smishing message can allow malware into your phone or land you some unwanted charges.

The FBI has issued a warning about such texts, advising recipients to not respond or click on any links (if present). “The scammers behind the fake wrong-number text messages are counting on you to continue the conversation,” the FBI said. “They want to exploit your friendliness.

Harassment has a rather low level threshold: it is repeated, unwanted contact. Even spam may be considered harassing texts, but these aren't the kind in which to call the police, and if you do, don't expect any action to be taken in the near future.