800.257.5597
AnistarAnistarAnistarAnistar
  • HOME
  • ABOUT
    • Our Mission
    • Join the Anistar Team
    • Culture & Benefits
  • SERVICES
    • Staffing Solutions
    • Federal & Defense Staffing
    • Infrastructure & Network Staffing
    • Solar Staffing
    • Wind Energy Staffing
    • Wireless Staffing
    • Data Center Staffing
    • Request Services
    • Approve Time Reports
  • JOBS
    • Job Search
    • Working with Anistar
    • Apply Today
    • Employee Resources
  • BLOG
  • CONTACT
    • Locations
    • Get in Touch

Could Your VoIP System be Under Attack?

    Home Employers Could Your VoIP System be Under Attack?
    NextPrevious
    VoIP System

    Could Your VoIP System be Under Attack?

    By Anistar Technologies | Employers, Safety, Technology | Comments are Closed | 17 July, 2018 | 1

    Many businesses around the world use a VoIP system as their solution for communicating with clients, business partners, vendors, employees and more. It’s one of the most reliable solutions, since it’s scalable, mobile, efficient and cost-effective. However, as with any piece of technology, there’s always a risk it could get attacked by a cyber criminal. These cyber criminals could eavesdrop on an important business meeting in order to compromise financial information or other sensitive data. But how do you know if your VoIP system has been compromised? Here are a few things to look out for.

    Unusual Call Activity

    Check both your incoming and outgoing call history and make sure you are familiar with the numbers. Cyber criminals will sometimes hack into a VoIP system to make their own long distance calls, so if a set of phone numbers on the call history doesn’t look right, it may be worth calling your VoIP technician to take a look. It’s always better to be cautious in these situations rather than regret not doing something later.

    Webcams and Microphones Start Automatically

    Webcams and microphones will generally ask your permission to activate before doing so. However, if they activate on their own and start recording without you pushing a button, you should stop your meeting immediately. Your VoIP engineer should be notified right away, since there’s a chance the system has been hacked and a potential cyber criminal is listening in on your conference call.

    High Rate of Antivirus Messages

    One technique cyber criminals will use to attack companies is to present fake antivirus popup windows on your computers. While it’s a good sign your computer may be under attack, it’s also even more important to have your VoIP technician take a look if the problem mainly occurs when using the VoIP system. It’s very important to not use the system when you see these fake antivirus messages and allow a professional to run the proper tests to determine if your network is at risk.

    Extraordinarily High Bill

    Cyber criminals may have different intentions when they hack into a VoIP system. Sometimes they will use your system for their own benefit by making numerous long distance calls on your dime. This is why it’s so important to monitor your call history frequently and point out any unusual activity. Otherwise, you may be hit with an extraordinarily high bill before you realize your system has been hacked.

    Anistar Technologies knows the IT world and can help businesses better protect their network. We have access to some of the top professionals in the country that can help you with your IT solutions as needed. If you use a VoIP system to conduct business, it’s best to have a proactive solution in place to prevent attacks from occurring. Be sure to contact us at any time and we will help you find a solution to better protect your business.

    voip engineer, VoIP System, VoIP Technician
    Avatar

    Anistar Technologies

    More posts by Anistar Technologies

    Related Post

    • Can a VoIP System Save Companies Money? - Anistar

      Can a VoIP System Save Companies Money?

      By Anistar Technologies | Comments are Closed

      There are two main components companies typically evaluate when they are in the market for phone services: cost and quality. The tricky part about evaluating costs is there are almost always hidden fees or taxesRead more

    • VoIP System

      The Ultimate Business Phone System Guide

      By Anistar Technologies | Comments are Closed

      Every company needs a business phone system, but it’s also important to find the system that fits your needs as much as possible. When you first start looking into different phone systems, there’s a goodRead more

    • voip engineer

      How to Become a VoIP Engineer

      By Anistar Technologies | Comments are Closed

      Companies today need a VoIP engineer to not only install their VoIP system, but to also maintain it. The demand for these engineers continues to grow as more companies recognize the vast amount of benefitsRead more

    • VoIP System

      Is Your VoIP System Lasting as Long as it Should?

      By Anistar Technologies | Comments are Closed

      One of the best qualities of a company is communication. An effective VoIP system is essential in order to stay up to date with the latest technology and always ensure both internal and external communicationsRead more

    • VoIP System

      3 Benefits of a Wired Network

      By Anistar Technologies | Comments are Closed

      There’s no doubting the fact that wireless technology plays an important role in how businesses and average consumers operate today. From a business perspective, it’s tempting to keep up with or stay ahead of theRead more

    NextPrevious

    Categories

    • Candidates
    • Careers
    • Contractors
    • Employee Resources
    • Employers
    • Hiring
    • Job Seekers
    • Recruiters
    • Safety
    • Security
    • Technology
    • Uncategorized

    Services

    Federal & Defense Staffing

    Infrastructure & Networking Staffing

    Solar Energy Staffing

    Wind Turbine Staffing

    Wireless Staffing

    Data Center Staffing

    ABOUT US

    Anistar Technologies is a national infrastructure staffing company, dedicated to our client partners in networking, structured cabling, audio/visual, security, electrical, VoIP and more.

    USEFUL LINKS

    • Search Jobs
    • Request Services
    • Contact Anistar

    RECENT BLOG POSTS

    • Two men in hard hats next to a solar panel

      The Top Challenge with Solar Recruiting: Lack of Knowledge

      When it comes to solar recruiting, finding top talent is rarely an

      20 January, 2022
    • Data Center Employee

      Data Centers Need to Find 300,000 More Staff by 2025

      The recent booming demand on data centers has created a two-pronged effect

      23 December, 2021

    STAY IN TOUCH

    CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
    2002 N. Lois Avenue
    Suite 310
    Tampa, Florida 33607

    CONTACT A RECRUITER
    800.257.5597

    Best of Staffing Client Satisfaction 2021 - Anistar Staffing & Recruiting

    OUR REVIEWS

    ©2021 ANISTAR TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | PRIVACY POLICY
    • HOME
    • ABOUT
      • Our Mission
      • Join the Anistar Team
      • Culture & Benefits
    • SERVICES
      • Staffing Solutions
      • Federal & Defense Staffing
      • Infrastructure & Network Staffing
      • Solar Staffing
      • Wind Energy Staffing
      • Wireless Staffing
      • Data Center Staffing
      • Request Services
      • Approve Time Reports
    • JOBS
      • Job Search
      • Working with Anistar
      • Apply Today
      • Employee Resources
    • BLOG
    • CONTACT
      • Locations
      • Get in Touch
    Anistar