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Beware of Cyber Smishing Attacks

One of the most common ways cyber attackers attempt to trick or fool people is by scamming you in email attacks (often called phishing) or try to trick you with phone calls. However, as technology continues to advance, bad guys are always trying new methods including tricking you with messaging technologies such as text messaging, iMessage/Facetime, WhatsApp, Slack or Skype.

The attached document provides tips to protect yourself and spot / stop these common attacks.

Attached Files:
201912-OUCH-December-Smishing.pdf

Wirley, Eileen
Technology Services - AVP Office
01/22/2020