Scammers are sending the Citibank text scam alert below to potential victims, claiming their card has been blocked due to recent transactions. The fake text contains a link that goes to a phishing website looking like Citibank's website. On the phishing website, visitors will be asked to sign in and submit their personal information. But, if they do so, their information will be sent to scammers who will use it fraudulently.
The Citibank Text Scam
(CITI-BANK-FRAUD-DEPT) Due to recent transactions your card has been blocked. To remove the hold access go to citi-verify01.com/auth?token
If you were tricked by the Citibank text scam alert, please contact Citibank for help.