Vishing
Vishing, sometimes known as "voice phishing," is a type of social engineering and hacking technique in which people are tricked into divulging private information or carrying out specific phone actions. In a vishing attack, malevolent actors pretend to be reputable companies, governmental bodies, or technical support staff over the phone to trick their victims. The ultimate goal of Vishing is to obtain private information, including credit card numbers, PINs, passwords, and other sensitive data.
Vishing attacks typically involve various techniques, including:
Caller ID Spoofing: Attackers may manipulate caller ID information to make it appear that the call comes from a trusted or official source.
Pretexting: The attacker creates a fabricated scenario or pretext to persuade the victim to provide information or take specific actions. Common pretexts include account verification, technical assistance, or urgent financial matters.
Social Engineering: Vishing relies heavily on social engineering tactics, such as building trust, creating a sense of urgency, or exploiting emotions to manipulate victims.
Phishing Scenarios: Some vishing attacks may involve a combination of voice and email or text message phishing, creating a more convincing and multi-pronged approach.
People and organizations should use caution while answering unwanted calls, especially if the caller asks for sensitive information, to guard against vishing assaults. It's crucial to independently check the caller's identity, refrain from revealing critical details over the phone, and be cautious of urgent or unexpected requests. Employee awareness and training programs are essential in the business setting to guarantee that staff members can identify and react effectively to attempted Vishing.
ThreatNG is a comprehensive solution, combining External Attack Surface Management (EASM), Digital Risk Protection (DRP), and Security Ratings, strengthening an organization's defense against Vishing by fortifying its external digital presence. EASM proactively identifies and mitigates potential vulnerabilities in the external attack surface, reducing the opportunities for attackers to impersonate trusted entities in vishing calls. DRP continually assesses digital risks, enhancing the organization's ability to detect and thwart vishing attempts through early threat identification and safeguarding its reputation. Security Ratings offer a comprehensive view of the organization's external security posture, enabling seamless alignment with internal security strategies and reducing the risk of deceptive vishing attacks, ultimately enhancing the overall resilience of the organization's cybersecurity framework.
