SMS phishing
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In computing, SMS phishing or smishing[1] is a form of criminal activity using social engineering techniques. Phishing is the act of attempting to acquire personal information such as passwords and details by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication. Short Message Service (SMS) is the technology used for text messages on cell phones.[2]
SMS phishing uses cell phone text messages to deliver the bait to induce people to divulge their personal information.
On March 9, 2012, Walmart issued a fraud alert regarding a large number of scam texts that offered a nonexistent $1000 gift card as bait.[3]
References
- ^ Vishing and smishing: The rise of social engineering fraud, BBC, Marie Keyworth, 2016-01-01
- ^ SMS phishing article at ConsumerAffairs.com
- ^ Fraud Alert
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