The State Department has alerted U.S. diplomats to impersonation attempts involving Secretary of State Marco Rubio, using AI technology. An impostor contacted at least three foreign ministers and other officials through various messaging services. The department is investigating the situation and emphasizes the importance of cybersecurity to protect its information. Past incidents, such as impersonation of Trump's chief of staff, highlight a growing trend of malicious actors exploiting AI for deception. While these attempts were not successful, the department has advised caution among employees and foreign governments due to the potential for future impersonation attempts.
The State Department received reports of an impostor posing as Secretary of State Marco Rubio who attempted to contact foreign ministers and U.S. officials using AI-driven technology.
The department takes its responsibility to safeguard information seriously and actively works to enhance its cybersecurity measures to prevent impersonation incidents.
Impersonation attempts have targeted high-level officials like Marco Rubio and previously Susie Wiles, indicating a growing trend of AI technology misuse.
Despite the unsuccessful attempts, the State Department has cautioned employees and foreign governments due to the potential rise in AI-related impersonation schemes.
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