Types of Call Fraud and How to Prevent It

In 2022, The Communications Fraud Control Association reported a massive $39.89 billion in telecom related fraud occurrences. This number includes fraud to telecom providers, subscribers, and general call fraud. This post explores the types of call fraud and...
How to Avoid PBX Hacking/Fraud

How to Avoid PBX Hacking/Fraud

PBX stands for Private Branch Exchange, which refers to a private telephone network used within a company. Users of PBX phone systems share a wide array of outside lines to make external phone calls, usually involving a third party for international calls. PBX...
Are Landlines More Secure than VoIP?

Are Landlines More Secure than VoIP?

You may have heard of PBX Hacking or Call Hacking.  This terminology refers to a third party gaining access to your phone lines and placing hundreds if not thousands of international calls all at the expensive of your business.  Contrary to popular belief, VoIP phone...
What is VoIP Fraud and How Can It be Stopped?

What is VoIP Fraud and How Can It be Stopped?

Originally Posted by Lisa King on 7/16/15 11:00 AM One of the core problems facing VoIP technology is VoIP fraud. It’s a costly and potentially debilitating phenomenon that deters some businesses away from adopting VoIP altogether. In order to succeed as a VoIP...

PBX Hacking – Steps to Prevent a Phone System Breach

What is PBX Hacking/Fraud? PBX Hacking and Call Fraud is not a new telecommunications threat but is certainly one to be aware of.  PBX Fraud and Call Hacking usually involves a third party making international calls at the expensive of a business. Hackers gain access...
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