Smishing Surge: Tactics, Threats, and ‘The Com’

Recently, what we are observed is that enterprises facing a persistent threat from social engineering tactics aimed at acquiring login credentials for crucial systems like Identity and Access Management (IAM), cloud resources, and Single Sign-On (SSO) platforms. Successful breaches through these entry points can lead to widespread access within an organization, paving the way for data theft and ransomware attacks. 

In 2024, there has been a notable surge in phishing attempts conducted over Short Message Service (SMS), commonly known as smishing. Attackers capitalize on the ease and directness of SMS communication to deceive targets into revealing sensitive information. 

First is Malware Distribution, through smishing, malicious attackers lure victims into clicking on URLs that lead to the download of malware, or malicious software, onto their devices. This malware often disguises itself as a legitimate application, deceiving users into inputting confidential information. Once installed, the malware can intercept and transmit this data to the cybercriminals, compromising the victim’s security. 

Second is the Creation of Malicious Websites, another tact

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