Vishing (Voice Phishing) uses the telephone to scam victims. It is "social engineering" in its purest form, using voice and emotion to manipulate.
New Threat: AI Voice Cloning
The days of robotic robocalls are ending. Attackers can now use AI to clone the voice of a CEO or loved one with just seconds of audio. If the "CEO" calls asking for money, verify it.
Common Scenarios
1Tech Support
'Microsoft: We detected a virus. Give us remote access to fix it.'
2IRS/Tax
'You owe back taxes. Pay now or receive an arrest warrant.'
3The 'Yes' Scam
Getting a victim to say 'Yes' to authorize fraudulent voice charges.
Defense Tactics
Verify ID: Hang up and call the official number on the back of your card.
Code Words: Establish verbal safe-words for authorized fund transfers.
Ignore Caller ID: Numbers are easily spoofed to look local.
