Five Steps To Decoding AI-Powered Impersonation Attacks

Stu Sjouwerman

June 21, 2024

Five Steps To Decoding AI-Powered Impersonation Attacks

AI-driven cybercrime has escalated, making impersonation tactics like email spoofing and social media fraud easier to execute with generative AI (GenAI). These sophisticated attacks now automate previously time-consuming reconnaissance efforts, creating more convincing scams. Despite AI’s advancements, signs such as unusual requests, contextual anomalies, and synchronization issues can still reveal impersonation attempts. To combat these threats, organizations must adopt multilayered defenses, emphasize employee training, cultivate a security-first culture, and maintain robust incident response plans to protect operational integrity and trust.

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