Luckily, this was just a test!

Smishing (SMS phishing) is a type of social engineering attack. This kind of attack is quite cunning. The goal is to steal your personal data, from you or even from your company, which cyber criminals use to get rich. You don't have to worry this time, your click will be anonymous. For more information, contact your company.

Smartphone displaying a phishing email from the Phishing Attack Simulator

10 tips to improve security

Block phone and cell phone numbers you don't trust.

Never answer text messages that require you to enter passwords, a PIN or other security features.

Is there a sense of urgency that is putting you under pressure?

Does the request contradict internal company policies?

Report smishing attempts to the consumer advice center.

Don't click on links, images or attachments, and delete suspicious SMS messages immediately.

Keep your device up to date.

Don't download apps through messages.

Be careful not to share too much on social media.

Stay calm and do not panic!