Now There Is 'Vishing'

Since most internet users are on to the phishing scams, we know not to click on links in unsolicited e-mail. Now con artists are turning back to the phone to trick us into turning over our private information.

Like the traditional "phishing" e-mails, "vishing" will report some problem with your account. But instead of clicking on a link to the bogus site you are provided with a phone number to call where an automated answering service takes your information.

Some vishing attacks don't begin with an e-mail. Some come as a phone call where the caller already knows your credit card number (which makes it seem more legit) and just asks for the three-digit security code on the back of the card. You can see how these vishing attempts make it difficult to distinguish from the real thing.

So what can you do? If you do get a phone call asking you to provide or confirm any of your personal account information-hang up immediately. Then call your financial institution and inquire about the issue.

To learn more visit fbi.gov