Caller ID Spoofing: How to Spot and Avoid Spoofed Calls

Caller ID spoofing is the process of deliberately altering the displayed Caller ID to appear as a number different from the actual calling number. This deceiving practice occurs when a caller manipulates the transmitted information with the intention of concealing their true identity. Generally, caller ID spoofing is practiced by attackers with malicious purposes such as scams, fraud, and phishing attempts. Recognizing and avoiding spoofed calls is essential to protect yourself from potential threats. Moreover, it is necessary to identify caller ID and its legitimacy to protect your clients. STIR SHAKEN call authentication is an effective way to identify the legitimacy of caller ID.

Let me share a guide that can help you spot and avoid spoofed calls.

Use Service From a Company that Uses STIR SHAKEN VoIP Certificate

STIR SHAKEN caller ID authentication is necessary for providers in the USA. Moreover, it is recommended to use this certificate for all VoIP service providers across the globe. However, in other countries, service providers don’t implement STIR/SHAKEN open source or enterprise solutions. Therefore, you must discuss with your provider that your provider uses this security mechanism to give you information on the legitimacy of caller ID.

Always Check the STIR SHAKEN Caller ID Verification Status

You must keep a general practice of checking the status of the legitimacy of caller ID that is reflected by your provider using the STIR SHAKEN call authentication solution. Even if you are in a hurry and you have no time to check the caller ID legitimacy, then also you must check this status to keep yourself protected from attacks.

Read aslo:- Everything You Must Know about the Enforcement of STIR/SHAKEN in France

Never Share Personal Information Over the Call

Regardless of the fact that your service provider uses the STIR SHAKEN VoIP solution or not, it is necessary to be conscious about the fact that what you are sharing with someone on the call. Even if the caller ID seems familiar or someone you can trust, you must use your senses to ensure that you are not sharing your financial information or something sensitive over the call.

Don’t Attend Robocalls or Spam Calls

The first step of caller ID spoofing is circulating robocall campaigns. If an end user attends the robocall, then that person is on the hot list of the attackers. They will send more spam calls and even spoofed calls at your destination. Therefore, to stay safe, it is always recommended to avoid robocalls, spam calls, and even calls from suspicious caller IDs.

Register For the DNC List

An added precautionary step that you can use is to register yourself for the Do not Call (DNC) list. This will filter several calls that you don’t want to attend. As a result, you will be safe from several spoofed and spam calls.

Concluding Notes

Caller ID spoofing is an increasing concern in several countries. Therefore, it is necessary to be alert and protect yourself. Undoubtedly, the regulatory bodies mandate implementation of STIR/SHAKEN open source or enterprise framework.

We help service providers to implement different security mechanisms. As part of these services, we provide STIR SHAKEN call authentication protocol implementation. To send your inquiries and to discuss more about our STIR/SHAKEN solution, contact us.