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TRAVEL SCAM
Bangkok, Thailand
SMS Blaster Phishing Scam
Criminals use fake mobile towers to send phishing messages to nearby phones and steal sensitive information.
Critical Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Urban areas, busy streets, public zones
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Scammers drive around city with SMS blaster device
2. Fake signal forces nearby phones to connect
3. Victims receive fake bank or government messages
4. Victims click malicious links
5. Personal or banking data is stolen
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• Unexpected SMS from banks or authorities
• Urgent message with link
• Message received without prior interaction
• Suspicious sender ID
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• Do not click unknown links
• Verify messages directly with official sources
• Disable 2G if possible
• Use security apps
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