The Rise of Smishing and Phishing Attacks

Smishing, a form of phishing using SMS, has surged, presenting numerous threats to users. Recently, numerous scams involved fake claims about package deliveries, urging users to click malicious links supposedly to retrieve their iPhone or other items. One prominent example discussed was how attackers cleverly bypassed iMessage's default phishing protection by manipulating the contact list, allowing the links to become clickable once the user engages with the text. This highlights the need for heightened awareness and vigilance regarding suspicious texts, emphasizing the importance of reminding users not to click on links from unknown sources.