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Callback Phishing

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Callback Phishing · N/A · 回拨钓鱼 · KALL-bak FISH-ing · telephone-oriented phishing · TOFOP · Digital Security · phishing · vishing · emailDigital Securitytelephone-oriented phishing TOFOP

/KALL-bak FISH-ing/

Also known as: telephone-oriented phishing, TOFOP

Last updated August 9, 2026

Definition

Callback phishing emails urge you to call a phone number for “support” or “delivery,” where vishing operators take over.

Real-World Example

A fake UPS email saying “Call this number to reschedule delivery” that connects to scammers.

References

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