# Impersonation smishing scams targeting consumers

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/impersonation-smishing-scams-targeting-consumers
> Updated: 2026-09-19T18:47:52.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Cybercriminals are employing smishing and phishing techniques to target consumers through fraudulent SMS messages. These attacks involve impersonating well-known entities to create a sense of urgency.

In one instance, scammers impersonated the retailer Fnac during commercial events, using deceptive links to trick users into entering credit card details under the guise of confirming pending orders. In another instance, attackers impersonated the digital payments company Nexi, sending messages such as ‘Nexi Alert’ to claim unauthorized high-value transactions were in progress. These scams aim to manipulate victims into revealing security codes, login credentials, or authorizing fraudulent transfers through deceptive links or unverified phone calls.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-19: Nexi impersonation smishing scams targeting bank accounts

Scammers are using Nexi-themed smishing attacks to steal funds by sending urgent SMS messages about unauthorized payments to trick victims into revealing banking credentials.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nexi-impersonation-smishing-scams-targeting-bank-accounts

### 2026-09-11: Fnac impersonation scams target consumers via SMS

Cybercriminals are using fake SMS messages impersonating retailers like Fnac to steal bank details during major sales events like the French Days.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fnac-impersonation-scams-target-consumers-via-sms

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