--- title: "“ProteggiAMOci” – Beware of fraudulent SMS messages" description: "The world of technology is constantly evolving and, unfortunately, so are the techniques used by malicious actors to scam people. 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One of the most common and…", "image": "https://wdulmpxygmloyswixhxp.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/article-images/articles/attenzione-sms-truffa-1769898958647.jpg", "datePublished": "2023-04-16T19:03:17+00:00", "dateModified": "2026-01-31T22:35:58.877611+00:00", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Luca Carbone", "url": "https://www.lucacarbone.ch", "sameAs": [ "https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucacarbone", "https://instagram.com/lucacarbone.ch" ] }, "publisher": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Luca Carbone", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.lucacarbone.ch/favicon.png" } }, "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.lucacarbone.ch/en/education/attenzione-sms-truffa" } } ] --- [ LC://\_ LucaCarbone ](/) [Home ](/en)[Blog ](/en/blog)[About ](/en/about)[AI X Business ](/en/ai-per-aziende)[Services ](/en/services)[Contact ](/en/contact) [IT ](/digitiamo/attenzione-sms-truffa) [Back to blog](/en/blog) [ Educazione ](/en/blog?category=Educazione)Apr 16, 2023 3 min read # “ProteggiAMOci” – Beware of fraudulent SMS messages The world of technology is constantly evolving and, unfortunately, so are the techniques used by malicious actors to scam people. One of the most common and insidious tactics is “SMS phishing,” also known as “smishing.” In this edition of the “Digitiamo” column, we will explore what smishing is, how to recognize it, and how to protect yourself from this \[…\] ![“ProteggiAMOci” – Beware of fraudulent SMS messages](https://wdulmpxygmloyswixhxp.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/article-images/articles/attenzione-sms-truffa-1769898958647.jpg) The world of technology is constantly evolving and, unfortunately, so are the techniques used by malicious actors to scam people. One of the most common and insidious tactics is "SMS phishing," also known as "smishing." In this edition of our "Digitiamo" column, we will explore what smishing is, how to recognize it, and how to protect yourself from this type of fraud. ### What is **smishing**? **Smishing** is a form of phishing that relies on sending deceptive text messages (SMS) with the intent of tricking the recipient into providing personal, financial, or login information for systems and services. This information is then used for illicit purposes, such as identity theft, financial fraud, or unauthorized access to online services. Here are some examples: 1. **Fake bank message**: The scammer sends an SMS that appears to come from the recipient's bank, informing them of a problem with their account or a suspicious transaction. The message includes a link to "verify" or "update" account information. However, the link leads to a fake site that steals login credentials and other personal information. 2. **Prizes and promotions**: Another example of smishing is sending messages promising prizes, discount vouchers, or special promotions. The message encourages the recipient to click on a link to "redeem" the prize, but the link leads to a fraudulent site that asks for personal or financial information. 3. **Fake legal threats or fines**: In this case, the scammer sends a message that appears to come from a government agency or authority, claiming the recipient has been fined or is under investigation for some reason. The message prompts the user to pay the fine or provide further information via a link or a phone number, which are obviously fraudulent. **So, how do I recognize a smishing attempt?** Practical tips : 1. **Verify the sender's number**: Scammers often use phone numbers or IDs that appear legitimate but are not. If the number looks suspicious or is not what you expect, it is likely a scam. 2. **Pay attention to grammar and spelling**: Phishing SMS messages may contain grammatical, spelling, or formatting errors that you wouldn't expect from an official message. 3. **Be wary of links**: Do not click on suspicious links contained in text messages, including those from social media (Instagram, Facebook, etc.). 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