Possible confidenceEmerging
AI-Assisted Impersonation Is an Emerging Concern
Synthetic voice and video are increasingly reported in impersonation attempts, though confirmed cases vary.
Published 10 February 2025
- Threat category
- Emerging Threats
- Location
- Global
- Affected population
- General public
What we are seeing
Reports describe calls and video messages that imitate a person's voice or appearance. The technology is improving, and public awareness is still developing.
Why it matters
A familiar voice can be persuasive, but a family code word and a call-back on a known number still defeat most attempts.
Defensive takeaway
- Agree a family code word for emergency requests.
- Always call back on a number you already have.
- Be cautious of urgent requests that rely only on voice or video.
- Verify large payments through a second channel.
Confidence is marked as possible because reporting on confirmed cases is still developing.
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