Fraudsters targeted Tube passengers with scam texts using homemade 'SMS blasters' in suitcases

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Fraudsters Sentenced for SMS Blasting Tube Passengers Two fraudsters were sentenced for using homemade 'SMS blasters' to send phishing messages to Tube passengers in London. The scam targeted commuters, leading to multiple reports of fraudulent activity. Authorities, including the Cyber Security Centre and Ofcom, are urging victims to come forward. 3 sources 31