Flubot scammers warn 'last chance' for fake parcel delivery
Australia's scam watchdog has warned that the malicious "Flubot" scam has updated its fake text messages in a bid to get access to your personal phone information.
The Flubot scam warns victims that a parcel is about to be delivered, pretending to be from a reputable shipping company, and containing a link for the recipient to "track their parcel".
Once a victim clicks the link, they are directed to a second page that asks them download a specific app to track their parcel.
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The app is part of a malicious form of scam known as the "Flubot".
Now, Flubot scammers are sending out a new text message which warns you "this is your last chance to pick up your package".
Scamwatch is again reminding people not to fall for the scam and do not click on the link.
"A new version of these scam text messages says it's your last chance to collect a package," Scamwatch warns in a tweet.
"Don't be fooled and DO NOT CLICK on the link. This downloads malware which gives scammers access to your phone."
Flubot is a form of software known as malware that has the potential to immediately access a user's passwords and financial information.
The scam watchdog has previously warned the Flubot scam is regularly changing.
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Australians are being warned the Flubot scam rapidly changes so they need to stay vigilant. Getty
Previously Flubot scams sent text messages to victims alerting them to a missed call, where a voicemail can be accessed via a similar link.
Scamwatch warned that if victims mistakenly download the app, they should not enter any passwords into the device and contact an IT professional if possible.
"If you have logged in to any accounts or apps using a password since downloading the app, you need to change your passwords," Scamwatch warns.
"If you have used the same passwords for any other accounts, you also need to change those passwords.
"Contact your bank and ensure your accounts are secure."
Since August 2021, Scamwatch has received over 5500 reports of these scams.
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