Gmail users are under a severe threat from a new scam utilizing AI-driven deepfake robocalls and malicious emails to deceive victims into revealing their credentials. The attackers instigate fear by claiming suspicious activity on accounts, prompting users to follow a series of fraudulent steps. This threat not only compromises Gmail accounts but also linked services, with potential devastating financial and reputational repercussions. Cybersecurity firms emphasize the low cost of creating sophisticated attacks, which makes them more accessible to cybercriminals, amplifying the risk for unsuspecting users who need to adhere to safety guidelines to protect their information.
The goal of this campaign is to convince the target to provide the criminals with the user's Gmail recovery code, claiming it's needed to restore the account.
These sophisticated tactics can result in devastating financial losses, reputational damage, and compromise of sensitive data.
This is especially because the AI tools that cybercriminals have at their disposal are relatively low cost: In one study, researchers found that the cost of advanced and sophisticated email attacks starts at just $5.
The combination used in the attacks might make the campaign extremely effective, despite none of the elements being novel.
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