AI Fuels Rise in Sophisticated Cybercrime
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Criminals are using AI tools like WormGPT and FraudGPT to create scam emails/texts and malicious code. AI makes cybercrime more scalable and profitable.
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AI can help criminals fine-tune attacks and make scams seem more authentic by eliminating typos and awkward language.
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Experts warn AI may enable more unsophisticated criminals and reduce the effort for experienced scammers.
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Deepfake voices may not be widely used yet in common scams, but AI could help develop new tactics we haven't anticipated.
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Consumers should remain skeptical of messages, not rush to share personal info, and watch for implausible claims. AI defense tools may help flag scams.