Indiana Warns Public of Phishing Scam Emails From Hacked State Accounts

Indiana officials, including the Secretary of State and Supreme Court, are warning residents about a phishing scam involving fraudulent emails and text messages impersonating state agencies. These messages, often regarding unpaid tolls or 'TxTag Account Suspension Warning,' are sent from compromised former GovDelivery accounts linked to a now-ended contract with a contractor whose account was hacked. The state emphasizes that it does not send toll notifications via text or email and urges recipients not to click on any links or attachments. Agencies such as the Indiana Department of Revenue and the Department of Homeland Security have confirmed these are scams and are advising the public to delete the messages. The Indiana Office of Technology is actively investigating the breach and working with the former email service provider to stop further fraudulent communications. Residents are encouraged to contact official offices directly if they have concerns and to visit the FBI website for guidance on protecting themselves from electronic crimes.