When the link is clicked, the site may steal the users’ personal data, bring malware and even commit fraud. Smishing occurs when mobile users receive text messages that trick them to click on links to malicious websites and give sensitive information. Given the reports received on smishing, the NPC is reminding the public to be vigilant against cybersecurity attacks. As safeguard against smishing, the NPC said mobile users are reminded not to click links for services they did not sign up for. For the use of contact tracing apps, NPC recommends that PICs and PIPs implement appropriate security measures.

Source: Philippine Star October 05, 2021 15:56 UTC