• The message was unexpected. • The message contains poor spelling or grammar. • The message contains shortened URLs. Take a Stand While there’s no solution to eliminate smishing, users can take the following precautions to safeguard themselves from threats: • Verify the Message Sender: Do not call a number provided in the message or the number displayed as the sender. Look up the individual or organization the message claims to be from, then contact them directly to confirm the message’s authenticity. • Enable Spam Protection: Some phone manufacturers and carriers offer products or services to filter suspicious messages. Apps can also assist with preventing unwanted texts. • Do Not Respond “STOP:” This may result in increased attacks. • Report the Message: Forward suspicious messages to SPAM (7726). • Spread the Word! Stay Vigilant Social engineering is an ever-present threat in the security landscape. Criminals are increasing efforts to target mobile devices via malicious smishing text messages. Common message content, attack methods and deceptive tactics can be helpful in identifying suspicious messages before any harm is done. User awareness is a key strategy to reduce the risk associated with smishing. 28 NEBRASKA BANKER
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