AG Mayes is warning consumers about common ‘smishing’ scams, or fake text messages fraudsters are using to trick Arizonans into downloading malware, sharing sensitive information, or cyber criminals. "Smishing" combines "SMS,” or "short message service," and "phishing." 

“Scam texts aren’t just frustrating the hell out of Arizona consumers — bad actors are preying on Arizonans with smishing scams in an attempt to steal their identity and their hard-earned savings. My office is here to remind you how to protect yourself and take action. Never click a link or reply to a suspicious message, and when in doubt, delete the text.”  – AG Mayes