In computing¹, Smishing is a form of criminal activity using social engineering techniques similar to phishing. The name is derived² from "SMs phISHING".

在计算机领域，smishing（短信诈骗）是指用类似于网络钓鱼的社会工程学技术实施犯罪行为的一种形式，这个名字来源于SMs phishing（短信息服务诈骗）。

Similar to phishing, smishing uses cell phone text messages to deliver the "bait" to get you to divulge³ your personal information. The "hook" (the method used to actually "capture" your information) in the text message may be a web site URL, however it has become more common to see a phone number that connects to automated⁴ voice response system, similar to the voice response systems used by many financial institutions, which will ask for your ATM card PIN, email address, and other personal information.

与网络钓鱼方式类似，短信诈骗通过手机文字信息放“饵”以诱使你泄露个人信息。诈骗信息中的“钩”（也就是用来引出个人信息的方法）可能是一个网站的链接地址，不过更常见的是在信息中放入一个连接到自动语音应答系统的电话号码，这个应答系统与很多金融机构的很像，会询问你的ATM卡密码、电子邮件地址以及其他个人信息。

This is an example of a (complete) smishing message in current circulation: "Notice - this is an automated message from (a local credit union), your ATM card has been suspended. To reactivate call urgent at 866-###-####."

目前广泛传播的一个诈骗短信是这样的：“注意——这是来自于（某当地信用卡机构）的一条自动信息，你的ATM卡已被暂停使用。重新激活，请拨打紧急号码866-###-####。”