What is Vishing?
Vishing, or voice phishing, involves attackers using phone calls to trick individuals into revealing personal information or making fraudulent transactions.
Examples
Common vishing scams include fake calls from tech support, banks, or government agencies requesting sensitive information or payments.
Prevention Tips
- Do not provide personal information over the phone unless you are certain of the caller's identity.
- Verify the caller's identity by contacting the organization directly.
- Be cautious of unsolicited calls requesting urgent actions.
- Use caller ID and call-blocking features to filter unknown numbers.