We’re issuing this public alert because we are actively seeing a wave of sophisticated social engineering attacks hitting businesses across our client base — and we want every business owner and employee to know what to look for before it’s too late.
What’s happening: Attackers are impersonating trusted vendors — Microsoft, Google, and even IT providers like us — reaching out via email, Microsoft Teams messages, and phone calls. They offer free IT assessments, security evaluations, or tech support. They sound professional. They know your company’s name and the software you use. And their only goal is to get remote access to your computer.
Once they’re in, the damage can be devastating — stolen credentials, ransomware, business email compromise, and financial fraud.
The #1 rule to remember: Wendego IT Solutions — and any legitimate IT provider — will NEVER contact you unsolicited and ask to remote into your computer. Every real support session starts with YOU calling US. If anyone reaches out claiming to be your IT provider and asks for access, hang up and call us directly to verify.
Red flags to watch for:Â
🔴 Unsolicited offers of free IT help or security assessments
🔴 Remote session requests from people you didn’t contact first
🔴 Teams calls or messages from unknown external users asking for screen share
🔴 Emails referencing your specific software or services to seem credible
🔴 Calendar booking links from first-time senders
🔴 Any pressure, urgency, or “too good to be true” offers
If you suspect an attack: Forward suspicious emails to support@wendego.com or call us immediately. Don’t click, don’t book, don’t let anyone in.
The best long-term defense is a trained team. Ask us about Security Awareness Training (SAT) — it’s the highest-ROI security investment your business can make.
Wendego IT Solutions | support@wendego.com | (858) 346-1567 x2