Spooked By AI Threats? Here’s What’s Actually Worth Worrying About

Artificial Intelligence is transforming business operations at an unprecedented pace. But amidst this innovation lurks a darker side: cybercriminals are leveraging the same AI tools to orchestrate sophisticated attacks. Let's expose these hidden dangers before they affect your organization.

Beware of Video Call Doppelgängers: The Rise of Deepfake Scams

Deepfakes powered by AI have become alarmingly lifelike, enabling fraudsters to impersonate company leaders during video calls.

For instance, a cryptocurrency foundation recently reported an incident where an employee joined a Zoom meeting only to encounter deepfake versions of their executives. These manipulative videos tricked the employee into installing a Zoom extension to activate the microphone, paving the way for a North Korean cyber intrusion.

To safeguard your business, scrutinize video interactions for warning signs such as unnatural facial movements, awkward pauses, or unusual lighting conditions.

Phishing Emails Evolved: How AI Makes Scams More Convincing

Phishing has long been a threat, but AI-generated emails have dramatically raised the stakes by eliminating telltale errors like poor grammar or spelling mistakes.

Cybercriminals now use AI to translate phishing emails and landing pages into multiple languages, increasing their campaign reach and sophistication.

Despite these advances, proven defenses such as multifactor authentication (MFA) remain vital, as attackers usually lack access to personal devices like your phone. Ongoing security training equips employees to recognize other red flags, including urgent or threatening language.

Malicious AI Tools: Deceptive Software Loaded with Harm

Cyber attackers exploit the AI trend by distributing fake AI tools filled with malware, often disguised as legitimate applications to lure unsuspecting users.

One notable example involved a TikTok account promoting "cracked software" installs for apps like ChatGPT via PowerShell commands, which was actually a malware campaign unveiled by cybersecurity experts.

Businesses can counter these threats by conducting thorough vetting of any new AI software with the help of trusted Managed Service Providers (MSPs) before installation.

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