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 Akiss72899 -
Hello,

I am writing to ask for some information. Indeed, I received an MMS from an unknown mobile number. I deleted it without opening it, thinking that the person dialed the wrong number.

However, my friend tells me that it could be a hacking attempt. Is that true? Should I take any action to prevent this?

I have a Samsung S7 running Android 7.0.

Thank you in advance.

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Panth33ra Posted messages 22984 Registration date   Status Membre Last intervention   Ambassadeur 2 334
 
Hello,
You delete the MMS without opening it. It is very possible that this is a phishing attempt to recover your credentials and everything that goes with it.

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Akiss72899
 
Hello,

Thank you very much for your prompt response!
As you advised, I made sure to delete the MMS without opening it (not even opening the conversation window.)
However, I am a bit confused about the term phishing.
I have nothing personal on my phone (no gmail account, no wifi connection, etc.) Should I still back up my photos?

Thank you in advance.
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