Hello.
After phishing, another widely used technique is smishing.
In this case, the scam is carried out through text messages or messaging apps that appear to be legitimate.
Their goal is the same: to get us to share information, click on a link, or take an action without verifying it first.
These messages often appear to be communications from courier companies, banks, government agencies, or services we use regularly.
They often report on
- A pending delivery.
- A problem with a payment.
- An incident that requires immediate action.
All of this is meant to create a sense of urgency and get us to act without thinking.
You know, be wary of:
- Unexpected messages.
- Suspicious links.
- Requests for Personal Information
- Communications that pressure you to act quickly.
Before replying or clicking on a link, always verify the information through official channels.
Stop, think, and check.
If you have any doubts, do not click on the link or provide any personal information or credentials.
Because when it comes to smishing, a single message can be enough to set a scam in motion.
Think before you click.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
If, despite complying with all these measures, you encounter situations that do not conform to the level of security required or established in internal policies, do not hesitate to inform your line manager, the Security Manager, security personnel and/or the IT department, depending on the type of suspicion.
If it happens to you on a personal level, report it directly to the police authorities, so that they can give you appropriate advice and conduct an investigation.