Topic: sms scams
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Google Uncovers 'Staggering' Scam Text Operation Platform
Google has uncovered and taken legal action against the massive "Lighthouse" text message scam operation, which has targeted individuals in over 120 countries and generated billions in illicit profits. The criminal group, based in China, impersonated legitimate organizations like the USPS and use...
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Google Cracks Down on Spam Text Rings
Google is suing the "Lighthouse" phishing operation, which provides tools for large-scale scams, including deceptive SMS messages and fake websites that mimic legitimate entities. The operation has created hundreds of thousands of fraudulent sites, potentially compromising millions of credit card...
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Google Cracks Down on Fake E-Z Pass and USPS Text Scams
Google has filed a lawsuit to dismantle a widespread phishing operation originating from a China-based cybercrime syndicate, which uses "Lighthouse" kits to deceive millions globally. These phishing kits enable scammers to create fraudulent messages and websites that trick victims into providing ...
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