Random Smishing Text Scams: Why "Do I Know You?" Texts Are Dangerous

11/08/2025 4 min
Random Smishing Text Scams: Why "Do I Know You?" Texts Are Dangerous

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, we discuss a rising scam involving random smishing text messages. Learn how these messages work, why they're effective, and what you can do to protect yourself. Discover the dangers of replying to vague text messages from unknown numbers and get practical tips on how to block and report spam texts. Stay safe by not engaging with these scams and using built-in filters and reporting options on your mobile device. Show notes: https://sharedsecurity.net/2025/08/11/random-smishing-text-scams-why-do-i-know-you-texts-are-dangerous/

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