In an increasingly digital and connected world, the creativity of cybercriminals is also growing, as they continue to find new ways to get money and personal data from unsuspecting users. Recently, a particularly sophisticated scam made headlines (“LetsCall”), which, according to experts, could easily be used not only in South Korea, but also in Europe.
Vishing: The next level of phishing
The term “vishing,” a combination of “voice” and “phishing,” describes fraudulent calls designed to obtain sensitive information from victims. In contrast to traditional phishing, which usually takes place via fake emails or websites, vishing uses telephony to contact the victims directly. This gives the fraud method a new, frighteningly effective dimension.
The “LetsCall” method: A sophisticated fraud method
The focus of attention is currently the “LetsCall” method, which was discovered by IT researchers at the Dutch security company ThreatFabric. This scam is a prime example of the increasing complexity and sophistication of cyber fraud. The fraudsters first lure their victims to a professionally designed phishing website that is modeled on the Google Play Store. Users who download a malicious app there open the door to further fraudulent activities: collecting sensitive data, connecting infected devices to a VoIP network and finally setting up call forwarding in order to apply for small loans at the victims' expense and the fraud to further obscure.
How can you protect yourself?
It is becoming increasingly difficult to detect such scams as criminals continue to refine their methods. However, there are effective protective measures: Skepticism towards unknown callers, careful checking of websites and downloads, and the use of security software can help protect yourself from vishing and other scams.
Global problem
The “LetsCall” method is not an isolated phenomenon. It exemplifies a global threat that is continuing to grow due to digitalization and the increasing networking of our everyday lives. Experts warn that such scams could easily be used in other regions, including Europe. Behind it is an organized structure of specialists such as Android and backend developers as well as call center employees who work together to scam unsuspecting users out of their money.
Questions and answers:
Question 1: What is Vishing?
Answer 1: Vishing is a fraud method that uses fraudulent calls to obtain personal information and money from victims.
Question 2: How does the LetsCall method work?
Answer 2: The method lures victims to fake websites, tricks them into downloading malicious apps, collects sensitive data and uses VoIP technology to make fraudulent calls and call forwarding.
Question 3: How can you protect yourself against vishing?
Answer 3: By being skeptical of unknown callers, carefully checking websites and downloads and using security software.
Question 4: Why is “LetsCall” particularly worrying?
Answer 4: Because of its sophistication, use of modern technologies and easy transferability to other regions.
Question 5: Who is behind such scams?
Answer 5: They are often organized groups of cybercriminals, including specialists such as developers and call center employees.
Conclusion
The “LetsCall” method highlights the need to remain vigilant and informed in order to protect yourself from the increasingly sophisticated methods of cybercriminals. The fraudsters use the latest technologies to perfect their scams and use them worldwide. The importance of education and preventative measures cannot be overestimated in this context.
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Source: t-online.de
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