Security Tips to avoid smishing
- Never click on any link in SMS, WhatsApp messages etc.,
- Type the website address in browser manually or copy paste the link if its correct website address.
- Always check the link before clicking. Hover over it to preview the URL, and look carefully for misspelling or other irregularities.
- Enter username and password only over a secure connection. Look for the “https” prefix before the site URL, indicating the connection to the site is secure.
- Be cautious about opening any attachments or downloading files received regardless of who sent them.
- Use antivirus, anti spyware and firewall software (update them regularly too).
- If receive any suspicious message do call a company to confirm if it is legitimate or not.
- Do use a separate email account for things like shopping online, personal
- Enforce multi-factor authentication (MFA).
- Keep anti-malware and anti-virus software up to date.
- Keep software and firmware regularly updated, particularly security patches.