"Study Sheds Light on Shady World of Text Message Phishing Scams"

Researchers have collected and analyzed data on SMS phishing attacks, delving into the scope and nature of the operations behind such attacks. The work also explores how additional data on phishing activities can be collected and identifies ways in which law enforcement officials can address phishing operations. SMS phishing involves scammers impersonating a bank, government agency, or other trusted party to trick victims into sharing personal information such as credit card numbers and passwords. This article continues to discuss the study of SMS phishing tactics and infrastructure.

NC State University reports "Study Sheds Light on Shady World of Text Message Phishing Scams"

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