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

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the business landscape at an unprecedented pace. While this innovation brings exciting opportunities, it also opens doors for cybercriminals equipped with the same AI capabilities. Let's shed light on some of the most alarming AI-driven threats you need to watch out for.

Beware of Deepfake Doppelgängers in Video Meetings

AI-generated deepfakes have become exceptionally convincing, enabling attackers to manipulate video communications for social engineering attacks targeting organizations.

One notable example involved an employee at a cryptocurrency foundation who joined a Zoom call only to encounter deepfake versions of their senior leaders. These fake personas instructed the employee to install a Zoom extension granting microphone access, ultimately facilitating a North Korean cyber breach.

Such schemes undermine traditional verification steps. To safeguard your business, be alert for signs like unnatural facial movements, extended pauses, or unusual lighting during video calls.

Don't Let Phishing Emails Sneak In — Stay Alert

Phishing emails have long plagued organizations, but with AI crafting increasingly sophisticated messages, common red flags like poor grammar or spelling mistakes no longer reliably indicate danger.

Cybercriminals are also using AI to translate phishing content swiftly into multiple languages, scaling their attacks globally and making them harder to detect.

Despite these challenges, tried-and-true defenses remain effective. Implementing multifactor authentication (MFA) significantly raises the security bar since attackers seldom control your personal devices. Continued security training empowers your team to spot urgent or suspicious messaging tactics.

Malicious "AI" Software: More Harm Than Help

Cyber attackers exploit the hype around AI by luring users into downloading malware disguised as innovative AI tools. These counterfeit applications often blend just enough legitimate software functionality to avoid suspicion while delivering harmful payloads.

For example, a TikTok user promoted methods to install "cracked" software bypassing licensing for apps like ChatGPT via PowerShell commands. In reality, this was a cover for distributing malware, uncovered through diligent security research.

To protect your company, rely on security awareness training and consult with your Managed Service Provider (MSP) before introducing any new AI tools.

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