Deepfakes Now Targeting Small and Medium-Sized Businesses? The Evolution of AI Crime, What to Watch Out For
I was truly surprised when I heard about the recent surge in deepfake attacks! 😲 Apparently, even smaller companies are not exempt anymore. As AI technology advances, cybercrime evolves with it. Shall we explore how to protect our businesses together?
Hello everyone! Today, I want to share some news that is both fascinating and a bit concerning.
According to a recent announcement from IT research firm Gartner, a surprising 62% of surveyed companies (3 out of 5) have experienced deepfake attacks recently. 😱 This figure clearly indicates that deepfake technology is increasingly threatening our proximity and our business environments.
Why Have Deepfakes Become So Dangerous?
The ease of creating fake content using audio and video, known as deepfake technology, has increased accessibility for criminals. This means sensitive organizational information can be easily exposed to malicious actors. Notably, the survey found that audio deepfake attacks (44%) were more common than video deepfake attacks (36%). This implies that voices alone are sufficient to deceive, which is a point we must be extremely cautious about.
AI, Becoming a Tool for Crime?
Even more surprising is the fact that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is deeply involved in this surge of cybercrime. Over the past year, more than 60% of organizations (3 out of 5) have experienced AI-based attacks. AI is not just augmenting criminal capabilities; it is providing new vulnerabilities that criminals can exploit. 🤖
Gartner's survey also recorded notable figures for attacks targeting AI tools such as prompt injection attacks (32%) and attacks on enterprise generative AI application infrastructure (29%). In essence, AI technology itself is becoming a target for security threats, or more sophisticated attacks are becoming possible through AI.
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Small and Medium-Sized Businesses Are Not Exempt!
While it was previously easy to assume that large corporations or institutions were the primary targets of cyberattacks, Gartner's latest announcement suggests that small and medium-sized businesses are also facing a surge in cybercrime. 😨 This means it is time for all businesses, regardless of size, to protect themselves from AI-based attacks, including deepfakes.
Efforts to Protect Our Businesses
So, how can our businesses prepare for these threats?
- Employee Training: Regularly train employees on how to identify deepfake audio or video, and how to respond to suspicious emails or messages.
- Strengthening Security Systems: Consider adopting the latest security solutions and utilizing AI-based threat detection systems.
- Caution When Using AI Tools: When using AI tools provided by external parties, carefully review their security policies and refrain from inputting sensitive information.
- Establish an Incident Response Plan: It is crucial to have a plan in place to respond swiftly and systematically in the event of a cyberattack.
The first step is to recognize that while AI technology makes our lives more convenient, it also brings unforeseen new threats.
What are your thoughts on deepfakes and AI-based attacks? If you have any personal experiences, feel free to share them in the comments. Let's build a safer digital environment by sharing our wisdom! ✨
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