07/26/2018: What is Smishing?

 

Smishing is a form of social engineering, where a fraudulent message is sent via SMS Text Messaging. The message may appear to be from a financial institution, requesting the recipient to click on a link or to call a telephone number.  The goal of the text is to obtain personal identifying information. 

 

How can 360FCU members protect themselves against Smishing? 

 

  • Be wary of any text message received from an unknown sender.
  • Do not open unsolicited text messages.
  • Do not click on any links provided in unsolicited text messages.

 

Remember, 360FCU will never solicit personal or private information via SMS Text Messaging.