How to Stop Vishing Attacks with ChallengeWord
Cybercriminals are constantly refining their tactics, and one of the most dangerous forms of social engineering today is vishing—or voice phishing. Unlike traditional phishing attacks that rely on...
Social Engineering Articles
Articles about social engineering that unveil the art of deception and empower you to safeguard your digital world.
How ChallengeWord Protects Your Customers from Fraud and Phishing Attacks
In an era where digital fraud and phishing attacks are at an all-time high, businesses must take proactive measures to safeguard their customers. With over 70% of organizations experiencing some form...
How ChallengeWord Enhances Your Internal Security Training Programs
Cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, and social engineering attacks have emerged as one of the most potent weapons in an attacker’s arsenal. According to Cybersecurity Ventures, global...
Vishing 101: How Voice Impersonation and Deepfakes Are Changing Cybersecurity—How ChallengeWord Protects You
Cybercriminals are no longer just relying on phishing emails or text scams—they’re picking up the phone. Vishing (voice phishing) is an increasingly sophisticated form of social engineering that...
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2024 Year in Review: The Evolution of Real-Time Social Engineering Attacks and What to Expect in 2025
In 2024, real-time social engineering attacks, from deceptive SMS messages to voice impersonation, social media scams, and even physical impersonation, have grown in sophistication. Now, with the...
Case Study: The Metro Bank Smishing & Vishing Attack – A Wake-Up Call for the Banking Sector
In early 2019, Metro Bank, a UK-based financial institution, found itself at the center of one of the most sophisticated social engineering attacks in banking history. Cybercriminals leveraged a...
Why Social Engineering Is the Biggest Threat to Your Business
Cyberattacks have become more sophisticated than ever, with social engineering standing out as one of the most dangerous tactics used by attackers. Instead of exploiting software vulnerabilities,...
Prevent Vishing Attacks with ChallengeWord
Cybersecurity threats are constantly evolving, and one of the more sophisticated and damaging attacks is vishing—or voice phishing. Vishing involves attackers using phone calls to trick individuals...