Deepfake
Audio, video or images generated or altered with AI so that a real person appears to say or do something they never did. For companies the main risk is a fake video call or voice message from an executive or finance officer requesting a transfer or sensitive data. Seeing or hearing someone is not proof of identity: confirm high-risk requests through a separate known channel or a pre-agreed verification step.
Further reading: www.cisa.gov
From the Security Academy
Impersonation and Deepfake Fraud: From Fake Bosses to Fake Websites, How to Prevent It and What to Do Afterwards
Deepfakes impersonate executives; fake sites and help lines abuse brands. Callback checks, takedowns, Taiwan's anti-fraud act, and steps once money is gone.
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