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SMS Phishing

Global agencies have recently warned consumers of a major spike in SMS phishing, or “smishing”, attacks. One such campaign targeted customers of the multinational shipping company UPS. In this video, starring Andrew Lawrence as Mike, we see a firsthand account of how a smishing attack plays out for its unknowing victim. Watch to learn more about smishing attacks and what you can do to protect yourself and CCU from these kinds of attacks.

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Video Tips and Takeaways

1. Smishing is where bad actors send malicious text messages to their victims.
2. Verify the legitimacy of an SMS messaging number through a quick web search.
3. Avoid clicking links in text messages and instead, go to a trusted website to verify the information.

To report an incident: View Incident Response. Access additional information security tips.

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