smishing

Imagine this: you're sipping your morning coffee when a text pops up: “You have an unpaid traffic ticket. Click here to avoid penalties.” It looks official, urgent, and scary. But it’s not from the DMV — it’s a scam. This type of fraud is called smishing, and it’s on the rise. Here’s how to recognize, avoid, and respond to smishing scams — and how Middlefield Bank helps protect your financial information. What Is Smishing? Smishing is...
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