Smishing — Smishing is phishing conducted through text messages or similar mobile messaging channels. Attackers impersonate trusted organizations and direct recipients toward deceptive links or requests. The short format and familiar delivery channel help make fraudulent messages appear routine. – Social Engineering

Added October 7, 2026

Smishing — Short for “SMS phishing,” smishing often involves text messages claiming to be from your bank or another company. The message displays a phone number to call or a link to click, giving scammers the chance to trick you out of money or personal information.

Added November 6, 2026

Smishing — Smishing is phishing delivered through text messages. Criminals impersonate trusted parties or invent urgent situations to induce payments, disclosures, or unsafe links. The message can support fraud without installing any software on the recipient’s device.

Added November 6, 2026