Scams via Flash SMS

How are scammers using flash SMS to repeatedly contact me? This is so weird and I haven’t clicked on any scam links or shared my personal info. I’m worried that my phone has been hacked. Please let me know if you know how to fix this problem, thanks!!

iPhone XR, iOS 16

Posted on Dec 25, 2022 04:37 PM

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Dec 25, 2022 04:39 PM in response to gobucs12

Your phone is not at risk, and using flash SMS is illegal. Contact your carrier. What does it say if you tap on "Why did I receive this message"?

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Dec 25, 2022 04:41 PM in response to Lawrence Finch

When I clicked “Why did I recieve this,” It just mentions how Flash SMS is used for emergency services. I’ll definitely contact my carrier about it Thank you for responding!

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