Vishing

Fraudsters often seek credit card numbers, account login credentials, bank routing numbers, or one-time passcodes. In corporate settings, they may attempt to access internal systems or impersonate IT staff.

Attackers pose as trusted parties—banks, tech support, or government agencies—using caller ID spoofing to appear legitimate. They pressure victims with urgency, threats, or promises, prompting them to share private data.

Detection is difficult because phone-based scams don’t leave digital trails. Many victims don’t report the attack, and caller ID spoofing can mislead even tech-savvy individuals. Organizations often lack controls for voice-based verification. --- ###