AI-Generated Phishing and Social Engineering Attacks

One of the most dangerous AI-powered cyber threats is the use of artificial intelligence to enhance phishing and social engineering attacks. Traditional phishing attacks often rely on generic emails that can be easily spotted. However, AI-driven phishing campaigns use natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning algorithms to generate highly personalized messages that mimic legitimate communications.

Key features of AI-enhanced phishing attacks:

• Automated Target Profiling: AI scrapes social media, email patterns, and online activities to craft personalized phishing messages.
• Deepfake Technology: AI-generated audio and video impersonations enhance social engineering attacks.
• Adaptive Attack Patterns: AI modifies attack strategies in real-time based on victim responses.

Cybercriminals are increasingly using AI-generated deepfake voices to impersonate executives and trick employees into transferring funds or revealing sensitive data. This makes AI-powered phishing a growing threat to organizations worldwide.