Smishing is another variation of ‘Phishing’, wherein a Short Service Message (SMS) or text message, is used in an attempt to gather Personal/Financial information of users, for committing financial frauds. More often the text messages are spoofed, which makes them appear to be from authentic source. The users may also receive fraudulent malware infested links that masquerade a legitimate app or a link that might land them on a fake site for gathering information.

How Smishing Works – Modus Operandi

  • User receives messages with links/ posts of offers / gifts/rewards.
  • Redirects the user to suspicious sites/links
  • Requests user to provide personal information /click links/download software
  • Leads to data leaks, malware/virus attacks, and cyber frauds.