Avoid clicking on suspicious links that arrive via unexpected text messages. Most reports point to a phishing campaign that pretends to be a Yahoo Messenger friend request, often using random usernames like “berenicegirl2.” These texts are typically mass‑sent from spoofed numbers and aim to harvest credentials or install malware. Never reply, click, or add the contact without verifying the source through an official channel. Block the number on your device and report it to your carrier’s spam‑filter service. If you keep seeing similar alerts, consider enabling a third‑party spam‑blocking app and regularly update your phone’s security settings to stay ahead of evolving scams.
I've received two texts this week, including one from the 241 area code, and I'm unsure what they want.
I got a text message asking me to add berenicegirl2 on Yahoo Messenger
I've received the identical text message.
Sombody texted me on YAHOO msngr saying they want to catch up, but i dont know who it is