After researchers unmasked a prolific SMS scammer, a new operation has emerged in its wake

August 10, 2025 Zack Whittaker

Security researchers are now sounding the alarm on a new SMS text message fraud operation, which is surging in popularity — and its ability to steal people's credit cards — since the demise of its predecessor.

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