AI-Powered Vishing Attacks Target Major Hedge Funds Like Citadel and Point72
RSync25 · x · 2026-08-06
Major hedge funds including Citadel, Point72, and Two Sigma were targeted in a wave of sophisticated cyberattacks. Attackers utilized AI-powered voice phishing (vishing) to trick employees into granting system access.
Two Sigma confirmed they successfully blocked the attempt with no evidence of a breach. Cybersecurity experts warn that AI is dramatically lowering the cost and barrier for large-scale attacks, escalating risks across the financial sector.
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