Cybersecurity Tip of the Week – Treat Text Messages With the Same Caution You Use for Emails

The majority of the training people receive regarding social engineering is around phishing emails. Scammers know people tend to trust texts more, so they now send fake messages about package deliveries, bank alerts, account problems, or prize offers. These texts often include links designed to steal your passwords or install malicious apps. Even if the message appears to come from a company you recognize, don't tap the link. Instead, open the official app on your phone or go directly to the company's real website to check your account. Remember that legitimate organizations rarely ask for personal information through a text. Slowing down and verifying first can protect your money, your accounts, and your identity.