Vishing (Voice Phishing) is a form of phone fraud where scammers use voice calls to deceive victims into revealing sensitive information or making unauthorized payments. These attacks often exploit social engineering techniques and spoofed caller IDs.
Common Tactics
- Caller ID spoofing
- Authority impersonation
- Urgency creation
- Social engineering
- Automated calls
Target Information
- Banking details
- Credit card numbers
- Social security numbers
- Account credentials
- Personal information
Warning Signs
- Unexpected calls
- Pressure tactics
- Request for verification
- Threatening language
- Unusual caller ID
Prevention Methods
- Call verification
- Number blocking
- Employee training
- Authentication protocols
- Incident reporting
Best Practices
- Never share PINs
- Verify caller identity
- Call back official numbers
- Report suspicious calls
- Document incidents
Vishing attacks continue to evolve with technology, requiring constant awareness and updated security protocols to prevent successful scams.