| Cybercriminals have been found using AI to create 'voice clones' in their latest phone scams. These cloned voices appear to be that of a legitimate business executive, allowing the criminals to fool naïve customers and gain access to sensitive data. Voice Cloning Scams on the Rise The latest phone scam is using AI to create 'voice clones' of legitimate business executives. Instead of hearing a robotic voice, victims hear a realistic voice that appears to be coming from a real person, leaving them vulnerable to the scam. How Cybercriminals Use AI Cyber criminals have been found using AI to generate realistic voices to fool receivers into thinking they are legitimate business executives. By using 'voice clones', the criminals are able to gain access to sensitive information from unsuspecting victims. The Impact of 'Voice Cloning' With 'voice cloning', cyber criminals have a new and effective tool to target victims. By using realistic-sounding voices, they are able to manipulate the receiver into providing them with sensitive information. Even those who would normally be cautious can be tricked by the clone's voice. Protect Yourself from 'Voice Cloning' Scams The best way to protect yourself from 'voice cloning' scams is to be aware of the tactics employed by cybercriminals. If you receive a phone call from what seems to be a legitimate business, do not provide any sensitive information until you are absolutely certain of the caller's identity. Additionally, if you receive a call from a 'voice clone' that asks for personal information, hang up immediately and contact law enforcement. |