A new scam circulating is targeting toll account users.

2GB’s own traffic reporter, Will, has been the victim of a supposed message from Linkt encouraging him to pay an outstanding fee.

Transurban is warning people not to click on links that appear in texts as they investigate the scam messages. (Full statement below)

Press PLAY below to hear more

Full Transurban statement:

“We are aware of an SMS phishing scam that is using the Linkt and Transurban brands. Linkt will never SMS or email you to ask for your personal information or login details.

“Our Security Operations team is working with telecommunications providers, including Optus and Telstra, to identify and shut down malicious domains used for this scam.

“From early investigations it appears the scam is being coordinated from overseas and is being sent to the general public, including people who may not have an account with us.

“If you receive a message from someone claiming to be Linkt that doesn’t seem quite right, don’t click on the link. You can report a scam message to us via the Linkt website at linkt.com.au or via the Federal Government’s ScamWatch website at scamwatch.gov.au.

“Make sure you’re logging into the Linkt website by navigating to  linkt.com.au before you enter any personal details. You can also manage your account securely via the Linkt or LinktGO apps.”