Event Brief
Hi Mom smishing scam uses fake emergency texts
Filed: Jul 05, 2026 at 1:03 PM ET
Summary: The scam tricks parents into replying to a fake family emergency text, then escalates to money or code requests.
WHO: Scammers using the “Hi Mom” smishing scheme
WHAT: A “Hi Mom” smishing scam sends fake emergency texts to parents and escalates to requests for money or verification codes.
WHEN: Jul 05, 2026 at 12:13 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: The scam is designed to get parents to reply to a fake family emergency message, then request money or verification codes.
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