New Text Message Based Phishing Attack from China Targeting Users Worldwide

New Text Message Based Phishing Attack from China Targeting Users Worldwide

A sophisticated text message phishing campaign, attributed to the Smishing Triad, is targeting users globally, affecting over 121 countries. The operation utilizes advanced social engineering tactics and operates through a Phishing-as-a-Service ecosystem.
Oct 25, 2025 Actor: Smishing Triad Sector: multiple sectors (banking, healthcare, law enforcement, e-commerce, government) Region: Global
Smishing Triad: A Complex Phishing Campaign Targeting Sensitive Information

Smishing Triad: A Complex Phishing Campaign Targeting Sensitive Information

Researchers have uncovered a large-scale phishing operation known as Smishing Triad, which utilizes text messages to deceive victims. The campaign involves thousands of malicious actors and has registered approximately 195,000 domains since January 2024, primarily targeting sensitive personal information.
Oct 23, 2025 Actor: Smishing Triad Sector: Multiple sectors including finance, healthcare, and government Region: Global, with a focus on the U.S. and China
Attackers Target Retailers’ Gift Card Systems Using Cloud-Only Techniques

Attackers Target Retailers’ Gift Card Systems Using Cloud-Only Techniques

A newly uncovered attack campaign, dubbed Jingle Thief, is targeting global retailers' gift card systems using phishing and smishing techniques. The attackers, believed to be based in Morocco, operate entirely in cloud environments without deploying traditional malware.
Oct 22, 2025 Actor: Morocco-based attackers Sector: Retail Region: Global