Hackers are using sophisticated voice bots to steal passwords.
“Unfortunately, in reality, hackers are stealing your money.”
Some bots make you think you’re talking to an actual customer service rep before asking for your code.
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The issue wasrecently highlightedinMotherboard.
The hacker can then have a go at jump in to services like Amazon or Google.
Clicking the ‘reset password’ link will trigger a text message sent to the unsuspecting owner.
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Experts say that hacker voice bots are a growing problem.
There are far more voice bots on the market now than there were ten months ago.
And criminals' use of stolen credentials has grown increasingly sophisticated.
“One major challenge is a lack of understanding the threat,” he said.
Protecting Yourself
There are ways to keep voice bots from stealing your precious security codes.
Never put in your 2FA code unless you initiated the request, Carson said.
