2024-08-27 05:00:30
While technology can bring great benefits, it also poses different challenges. security threats and there are more and more modalities that are used by the cybercriminals to steal personal data with the intention of accessing bank accounts.
One of these modalities is the smishingThe term comes from the combination of the words SMS (Short Message Service) and phishingIn this case, criminals use text messaging to impersonate entities such as banks, platforms, among others. Their goal is that the victim clicks on fraudulent linkswhich redirect to fake web pages to steal data.
The messages tend to be misleading, but attractive and compelling. These messages often contain alarming or attractive information to encourage the victim to take impulsive action, and include fraudulent links.
For example, these messages appear to come from a bank, requesting account verification or data updates. They may also be some kind of alert, about a password change on a social network or an offer of monetary gifts. Here are some transcripts.
- Your dynamic key has changed, please click here.
- We inform you that your shipment NO. CO****9223 is ready for delivery, pending value of 8,689 COP. For more information, enter the following link.
- Your bank account has been blocked. To activate your account you can access it safely from this link.
How to protect yourself?
- Verify authenticity: confirm the legitimacy of messages by contacting the entity directly through official channels.
- Do not click on suspicious links.
- Use security solutions: keep your computer up to date software security on mobile devices and consider using antivirus applications.
Source: Radio Huancavilca