AI in Social Engineering Attacks
Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used by cybercriminals to automate and improve social engineering attacks. AI-driven chatbots and email generators can create highly convincing phishing messages that mimic human interaction, making it difficult for users to distinguish between real and fake communications.
Attackers use AI to analyze social media profiles, emails, and online activities to craft highly personalized scams. This technique, known as **spear phishing**, increases the success rate of fraud by making messages appear relevant and trustworthy.
To protect against AI-powered phishing, organizations must use AI-driven security tools, enhance user awareness, and implement multi-layered authentication systems.