Scammers now use AI to create deepfake video and audio that look real. The video shows two common cons: fake webcam extortion and bogus tech support calls, then explains how to spot them by pausing to verify before you act.
I need you to click the link so I can deliver your very expensive package. Well, this isn't real, and you probably order from Amazon anyway. I didn't text you. You probably don't even owe a toll. I am not real, dude. I can actually see you through your webcam, and your family wouldn't appreciate what you've been browsing, or so I want you to believe, so you pay me that money.
Your computer has been infected with a virus. Don't touch anything. I just need remote access to fix it. There is no virus. I'm not real. Your computer is fine.
Generative AI videos and real-time deepfake video and audio is rapidly evolving and is well on its way to become indiscernible to the human eye and ear. While this technology advancement is amazing and has legitimate uses, it has an equal level of concern for criminal use and cybercrime. We must help our leaders, colleagues, family, and friends to understand what is possible and how to avoid becoming a victim. Pausing to understand and confirm can make all the difference.
