What Is Vishing? Voice Phishing Is Surging - Expert Tips on How to Spot It and Stop It
Vishing has become a prevalent tactic for cybercriminals, with 442% increase in attacks compared to the first half of 2024, according to CrowdStrike's latest report. The security firm tracked at least six campaigns involving attackers posing as IT staffers to convince employees to set up remote support sessions or share sensitive information. Help desk social engineering tactics are often used, where scammers create a sense of urgency to trick victims into divulging credentials.
- The growing sophistication of vishing attacks highlights the need for employees and organizations to be vigilant in recognizing potential threats, particularly those that exploit human weakness rather than software vulnerabilities.
- As vishing continues to surge, what steps can governments and regulatory bodies take to establish clear guidelines and enforcement mechanisms to protect consumers from these types of attacks?