Smishing

Smishing is simply phishing conducted via SMS (text message). Because people tend to be less suspicious of text messages than emails, smishing has become a powerful attack vector. The text usually contains an urgent, fear-inducing alert—often about an "issue" with your bank account, a pending package delivery that needs confirmation, or a sudden charge on your credit card. The message always includes a short, malicious link that takes you to a fake website designed to steal your credentials or personal information. The simplicity and directness of a text message make it incredibly effective. Since most employees access work email and resources on their phones, a successful smishing attack can compromise corporate accounts just as easily as an email attack. Your security strategy must cover all digital channels. Ensure your protection includes sophisticated threat intelligence that tracks and blocks malicious links, regardless of whether they arrive via email or a mobile device.