S3 Ep6: How not to get scammed [Podcast]
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Category Archives: Smishing
Smishing attack tells you “mobile payment problem” – don’t fall for it!
Don’t be fooled by a website that looks OK – it’s easy for crooks to make an exact copy. (This time, they got just one letter wrong.) Continue reading Smishing attack tells you “mobile payment problem” – don’t fall for it!
Phone scamming – friends don’t let friends get vished!
You probably back yourself not to be flattered or scared by a voice scammer – but what about vulnerable friends or relatives? Continue reading Phone scamming – friends don’t let friends get vished!
What Is Smishing? Definition, Examples & Protection Tips
While SMS phishing text scams are nothing new, they’re a type of threat that’s gaining traction with cybercriminals. Proofpoint reports that 84% of organizations faced smishing attacks in 2019 alone……
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Naked Security Live – “SMS scams: keep yourself and your family safe!”
Naked Security Live – here’s the recorded version of our latest video. Enjoy. Continue reading Naked Security Live – “SMS scams: keep yourself and your family safe!”
Free Apple iPhone 12? Chatbot Scam Spreads Via Texts
Convincing SMS messages tell victims that they’ve been selected for a pre-release trial for the soon-to-be-launched device. Continue reading Free Apple iPhone 12? Chatbot Scam Spreads Via Texts
SMS phishing scam pretends to be Apple “chatbot” – don’t fall for it!
If you got someone else’s “free offer” in what looked like a misdirected message, would you take a peek? Continue reading SMS phishing scam pretends to be Apple “chatbot” – don’t fall for it!
SMishing Attacks Masquerading as USPS and FedEx
The USPS SMishing attack is a fast-moving, constantly changing credential stealing, social engineering phishing campaign. SlashNext Labs first detected and blocked it in May 2020.
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New Smishing Campaign Using USPS as Its Disguise
A new SMS-based phishing (“smishing”) campaign is using the United States Postal Service (USPS) as a disguise to target mobile users. On September 15, SlickRockWeb CEO Eric JN Eliason tweeted out two examples of the operation. Both attack SMS messages … Continue reading New Smishing Campaign Using USPS as Its Disguise
New smishing scam spreads fake TikTok App loaded with malware
By Deeba Ahmed
The smishing scam is targeting TikTok app users and fans in…
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