Technical Terms - Internet (A-Z) - Smishing

What is smishing?

• A combination of SMS and malware

• A combination of SMS and scam

• A combination of SMS and phishing

• A combination of SMS and email

What is the goal of smishing?

• To capture people's personal information

• To provide free gift cards

• To promote legitimate websites

• To increase phone battery life

How do 'smishers' capture people's attention?

• By making phone calls

• By sending mass text messages

• By sending emails

• By sending letters

What type of messages are sent in smishing?

• Messages with health tips

• Messages with job opportunities

• Messages with fake incentives

• Messages with genuine offers

What happens if you click on a link in a smishing text message?

• You will receive a free gift card

• You will be directed to a fraudulent website

• You will win a lottery

• You will get a discount coupon

Why has smishing become more common with smartphones?

• Because smartphones have longer battery life

• Because smartphones allow easy access to websites via text messages

• Because smartphones have better cameras

• Because smartphones are cheaper now

What is the best practice when receiving text messages from unknown sources?

• Ignore the messages

• Click on all the links provided

• Visit all the websites mentioned

• Reply with personal information

What kind of information may a smishing website ask you to enter?

• Favorite color

• Favorite movie

• Favorite food

• Bank account information

What is the main similarity between phishing and smishing?

• Both use emails

• Both capture personal information

• Both are legal practices

• Both provide genuine offers

Why are text messages considered effective 'bait' for smishing?

• Because they are more secure

• Because they can directly link to fraudulent websites

• Because they are easy to ignore

• Because they are free