Urgent 'Flubot' scam warning as fraudsters update their infuriating text messages AGAIN - here's how to avoid being cheated Scam watchdog has warned fakes texts being sent to Australians' phones The Flubot scam tells recipients they have missed a delivery or have a voicemail New version has appeared saying there is pending package that can be tracked The text includes a link which directs to malware that can steal passwords By Brett Lackey For Daily Mail Australia Published: 10:55 BST, 7 September 2021 | Updated: 10:55 BST, 7 September 2021 Viewcomments Australians are being warned clever fraudsters have made an update to the hated Flubot scam texts and are now sending out messages falsely claiming recipients have a parcel to be collected - but the message then steals their passwords. The country's scam watchdog said the Flubot scam, which has been appearing for weeks, now has an updated message asking Australians to click on a link to track a parcel. The new message contains a link and reads: 'You have pending packages. Last chance to pick up the package'. Scamwatch said there are a number of different version of the Flubot message with the latest telling recipients they have a parcel they should track (pictured) Once a victim clicks the link they are told to visit a second website where they can download an app to follow their parcel - but the app is really malware designed to log passwords and financial information. Scamwatch has previously said different versions of the Flubot messages were popping up - including ones claiming users have a voicemail or have missed a delivery - but they all ask the recipient to click a link. 'Don't be fooled and DO NOT CLICK on the link. This downloads malware which gives scammers access to your phone.' Scamwatch tweeted on Tuesday. 'If you have logged in to any accounts or apps using a password since downloading the app, you need to change your passwords.' Australians are being warned they fake texts link to malware which can steal passwords and they should delete the texts and not click links (stock image) If any of the passwords you entered are used for other accounts then those also need to be changed urgently and your bank should be contacted to ensure your account is secure, Scamwatch said. Your phone should also be cleaned to remove the software with I.T. professionals able to assist in doing this. More than 9,500 incidents of the scam have been reported in the last month. THE FLUBOT SCAM EXPLAINED HOW TO SPOT THE SCAM: Appearing since August the text tells recipients they have a missed call, voicemail, or have missed a delivery. The messages don't give any specific information, contain spelling errors, and include a link with random letters and numbers. The link directs victims to download an app which can then monitor your phone and steal passwords and account details. Since September a new version is also appearing telling people they can track a delivery by clicking a link, often mentioning DHL as the courier. The new version doesn't contain spelling errors but still has the dubious web address link. For example - You have (1) Pending Package! Ref: DHL-6461W Last chance to PICK it up > https://www.example.com/t.php?kdnypf0ng0 WHAT YOU SHOULD DO: Do not click on the link and immediately delete the text. You can also block the number in your phone settings but you might still receive the scam from other numbers. IF YOU CLICKED ON THE FLUBOT LINK: 1. Call an IT specialist who can help clean your phone. 2. Or download an anti-virus app and scan your phone. 3. Or do a factory reset to wipe your phone - however this will delete your photos, messages, and apps. Advertisement Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility