{"id":3389,"date":"2023-12-15T14:28:50","date_gmt":"2023-12-15T22:28:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogschapman.wpenginepowered.com\/information-systems\/2023\/12\/15\/dont-get-smished-during-the-holidays\/"},"modified":"2026-07-17T23:39:18","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T23:39:18","slug":"dont-get-smished-during-the-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/information-systems\/2023\/12\/15\/dont-get-smished-during-the-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"Don\u2019t Get Smished During the Holidays!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In today\u2019s digital age, the convenience of online shopping and instant communication has unfortunately given rise to a new form of deception known as smishing. Smishing, a <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">portmanteau<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> of \u201c<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">SMS<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201d and \u201c<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">phishing<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u201d is a cyber-attack that targets individuals through SMS or text messages. It involves sending deceptive messages that appear to come from legitimate sources, such as delivery services, to trick recipients into sharing personal or financial information, clicking on malicious links, or downloading harmful software.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Smishing attacks exploit our trust in text messages, often perceived as more personal and trustworthy than emails. Cybercriminals craft messages that invoke emotions like urgency, fear, or curiosity to manipulate the recipient into taking an undesired action. These messages may claim to be from a delivery service, notifying you of a package arrival or an issue with your shipment, prompting you to click on a link, or providing sensitive information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/information-systems\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2023\/12\/Smishing-1-1.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-3392\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3392 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/information-systems\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2023\/12\/Smishing-1-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"481\" height=\"320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/information-systems\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2023\/12\/Smishing-1-1.png 785w, https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/information-systems\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2023\/12\/Smishing-1-1-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/information-systems\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2023\/12\/Smishing-1-1-768x511.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 481px) 100vw, 481px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/information-systems\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2023\/12\/Smishing-2-1.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-3393\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3393 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/information-systems\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2023\/12\/Smishing-2-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"484\" height=\"517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/information-systems\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2023\/12\/Smishing-2-1.png 1517w, https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/information-systems\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2023\/12\/Smishing-2-1-281x300.png 281w, https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/information-systems\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2023\/12\/Smishing-2-1-958x1024.png 958w, https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/information-systems\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2023\/12\/Smishing-2-1-768x821.png 768w, https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/information-systems\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2023\/12\/Smishing-2-1-1437x1536.png 1437w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 484px) 100vw, 484px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To protect yourself from smishing scams, especially those related to fake delivery notifications, follow these essential tips:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Do Not Respond or Click Links<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Never click on links or respond to text messages from unknown or suspicious numbers. Even prompts to reply with \u201cSTOP\u201d can be a ploy to confirm active phone numbers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Verify the Source<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: If you receive a message from a service provider, use their official contact information to verify its authenticity. Do not use any phone numbers or links provided in the suspicious message.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Update Your Security<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Ensure your smartphone\u2019s operating system and security applications are up-to-date to protect against vulnerabilities that smishers may exploit.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Use Caution with Urgent Requests<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Approach messages that convey urgency, such as account updates or limited-time offers, with skepticism. These are often tactics used to create a false sense of urgency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Educate Yourself<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Familiarize yourself with the common signs of smishing and stay informed about the latest scam tactics.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Being vigilant and informed can significantly reduce the risk of falling victim to smishing and other forms of cyber fraud. Remember, when it comes to your personal and financial information, it\u2019s better to be safe than sorry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Protecting yourself from smishing is crucial in safeguarding your personal information and financial well-being. <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Always be cautious<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">think<\/span><\/b> <b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">twice<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> before responding to <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">unexpected<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> text <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">messages<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, especially those that <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ask for personal details<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> or prompt you to click on a link.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you receive a suspicious email in your Chapman account<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">, do not click on any link or reply to the sender. Instead, please continue to report any malicious message by\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">forwarding it as an attachment<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0to\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"mailto:abuse@chapman.edu\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">abuse@chapman.edu.<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0To see the latest trending scams, please visit\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.chapman.edu\/scams\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">www.chapman.edu\/scams<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Stay safe and stay informed!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Chapman University Information Systems and Technology (IS&amp;T)<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In today\u2019s digital age, the convenience of online shopping and instant communication has unfortunately given rise to a new form 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