SMS Phishing or Smishing attacks have skyrocketed over the past two years.

Attacks were up 328% in 2020, and recent data shows this new favored form of attack is up 700% in the first six months of 2021. Consumers have gotten used to businesses texting confirmation codes, special offers, and even medical appointment reminders.

Most users do not have their guard up for phishing attacks over text message like they do for email. Criminals have been taking advantage of this oversight and collecting personal information or login and password credentials for everything from online banking to Amazon. A popular tactic might say something like [#8593;]

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