CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) — Question 176

An employee receives a text message from an unknown number claiming to be the company’s Chief Executive Officer and asking the employee to purchase several gift cards. Which of the following types of attacks does this describe?

Answer options

• A. Vishing
• B. Smishing
• C. Pretexting
• D. Phishing

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, Smishing, which refers to phishing attempts carried out via SMS messages. A. Vishing involves voice calls, C. Pretexting involves creating a fabricated scenario to steal information, and D. Phishing typically occurs via email, making them incorrect in this context.