How AI is Making Phishing Attacks More Dangerous
Cybercriminals are now using artificial intelligence (AI) to make phishing attacks smarter and harder to detect. Here’s how AI is changing the phishing landscape:
1. Personalized Phishing Emails AI can analyze social media and public data to craft emails that are highly personalized, making them more believable and increasing the chances that victims will click malicious links.
2. Better Language and Grammar AI-powered tools can generate emails with perfect grammar and natural language, removing the obvious red flags of traditional phishing attempts.
3. Automated Attacks at Scale AI can automate the creation and sending of thousands of unique phishing messages, targeting many people at once with tailored content.
How to Protect Yourself:
- Be cautious with unexpected emails, even if they seem personalized.
- Double-check sender addresses and links before clicking.
- Use security tools and keep your software updated.
AI is making phishing more dangerous, but awareness and vigilance are still your best defense.