Introduction
Technology that creates fake but realistic videos and voices is improving quickly. These are called deepfakes. While useful in entertainment, they are now a growing cyber threat.
How Deepfake Attacks Work
Attackers collect images, videos, or voice samples from social media. They then use AI tools to recreate a person’s identity.
This can be used to:
▪ Fake CEO instructions
▪ Impersonate family members
▪ Trick employees into transferring funds
Why It Is Dangerous
Deepfakes feel real. People trust what they see and hear, making them harder to detect than emails or text scams.
How to Protect Against It
▪ Verify requests through a second channel
▪ Set approval rules for financial transactions
▪ Train staff to question unusual requests
▪ Use authentication codes for sensitive actions
Conclusion
Deepfakes are changing cybercrime. Awareness and verification steps are now essential in every organization.
