Cisco has confirmed that a hacker used a voice phishing (vishing) attack to steal personal data from its customers, according to TechCrunch.com.
The attacker posed as a Cisco employee and contacted individuals by phone, using convincing language and technical jargon to extract personal information.
According to Cisco, the stolen data includes customer names, email addresses, and account details — all obtained through fraudulent means.
In response, the company has increased its security measures and issued warnings to affected users. Customers are advised to stay alert and cautious of such scams.
Vishing is a phishing technique carried out over phone calls, where the attacker impersonates a trusted source to gather sensitive information.
Cisco described the incident as a serious threat and reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cybersecurity practices.
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