Issue Description
Fake SMS messages impersonate banks, delivery services, or OTP alerts to steal credentials.
Common Scam Signs
Urgent payment messages
Unknown links
Spoofed sender names
Step-by-Step Protection
Step 1: Never Tap Unknown Links
Do not click links in SMS from unknown senders
Step 2: Enable Spam Protection
Messages App → Settings → Spam Protection
Turn ON filtering
Step 3: Block and Report Sender
Long-press message → Block & Report
Step 4: Check Account Directly
Open bank or service app manually (not via link)
Explore Further
Install SMS filtering apps
Prevention & Best Practices
Banks never ask for OTPs via SMS.