Verizon customers report spam text messages coming from user's own cellphones

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Verizon customers report spam text messages coming from user's own cellphones
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SCAM ALERT: If you got a mysterious message on your cellphone that looks like it came from your own phone number, do not click on the link.

How are scammers able to take over your Zelle account -- all while sounding like a real bank employee? Here's how one woman found out, the hard way.We want to make sure that your account is secure and recommend not clicking on any links and deleting the message.

Please feel free to follow and DM, if you wish to further discuss or have any questions. -ChrisVerizon says it's aware of these messages and is now working with law enforcement to stop the fraudulent activity.This type of spam is often used by hackers to gain access to sensitive information.

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