Aug. 18, 2022 – Do you receive random text messages that contains unwanted information or material? Protect yourself against these annoying and harmful messages with this advice from the FCC.
To defend against SMS phishing attacks, the FCC recommends taking the following measures:
- Do not respond to texts from unknown numbers or any others that appear suspicious.
- Never share sensitive personal or financial information by text.
- Be on the lookout for misspellings or texts that originate with an email address.
- Think twice before clicking any links in a text message.
- If a friend sends you a text with a suspicious link that seems out of character, call them to ensure they weren't hacked.
- If a business sends you a text you weren't expecting, look up their number online and call them back.
- Remember that government agencies rarely initiate contact by phone or text.
- Report texting scam attempts to your wireless service provider by forwarding unwanted texts to 7726 (or "SPAM").
You may also file a complaint with the FCC to report suspicious activity.
For more information contact infosec@csuci.edu.