According to these security experts, the new scams start with users receiving phone calls claiming their Gmail accounts have been compromised
Those who use Gmail are being warned to be vigilant as a scam has been flagged that is using a new tactic to try and steal personal data and gain full access to accounts. The highly sophisticated and 'devastating' attacks are switching to AI in a bid to trick email account holders.
At the time, FBI Special Agent in Charge Robert Tripp said: "Attackers are leveraging AI to craft highly convincing voice or video messages and emails to enable fraud schemes against individuals and businesses alike. These sophisticated tactics can result in devastating financial losses, reputational damage, and compromise of sensitive data."
If fooled, the criminals not only have access to the target's Gmail but also to a lot of services, which could even result in identity theft. One of those targeted has even written a full blog post about his experience. Sam Mitrovic, a Microsoft solutions consultant, said he received a notification to approve a Gmail account recovery attempt.
"The scams are getting increasingly sophisticated, more convincing and are deployed at ever larger scale," Mitrovic explained.
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