AI’s Mischief: Impersonation Scams Skyrocket Thanks to Tech-Savvy Tricksters
AI tools are now the unexpected sidekick for cybercriminals, boosting impersonation scams by 148% year-on-year, says the Identity Theft Resource Center. As these tools craft slick websites and phishing emails, scams have leveled up, making anyone a potential target. Who knew AI would moonlight as a criminal mastermind’s best friend?
Hot Take:
Who would have thought that AI could be such a helpful assistant—for cybercriminals? As impersonation scams spike 148% year-on-year, it seems AI has found a new calling, helping bad actors impersonate you, your boss, and even your favorite bank. Maybe AI should stick to recommending cat videos instead of aiding in online deception!
Key Points:
- Impersonation scams have increased by a staggering 148% year-on-year.
- AI tools are largely responsible for this uptick, making cybercriminals’ jobs easier.
- Businesses and financial institutions are the most common targets for impersonation scams.
- Identity crimes reports fell by 31%, but multiple incident reports rose from 15% to 24%.
- The traditional crime landscape is shifting toward more sophisticated AI-driven identity fraud.
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