1 week Ago By Bryan Rilloraza
There’s yet another new scam tactic on the rise. ‘Text hijacking’ is a growing scam tactic where deceptive messages are used to trick unsuspecting victims into clicking on malicious links or giving up personal information. and Maya are urging Filipinos to be cautious of this new scam.
Both companies stressed that they never send SMS messages containing links that request login credentials, personal details, or account verification. If you receive such a message, it’s likely a text-hijacking attempt. Text hijacking, also known as spoofing, involves scammers using fake cell sites to collect mobile numbers within a specific area.
They then use this information to send messages directly to subscribers’ devices, bypassing legitimate service providers like Smart and Globe Additionally, scammers use illegal software to manipulate the sender’s name, making the messages appear authentic. These fraudulent messages often include suspicious links that offer fake promotions, such as vouchers, or prompt users to update their accounts. Smart reminds users that its official website is , while Maya directs users to its official domains: and You can report suspicious SMS messages to .
Similarly, Maya customers can report suspicious activities by logging into the Maya app, going to their profile, and tapping “Get Help.”.
