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Danny Jenkins, CEO of ThreatLocker, emphasizes that businesses must adopt a multifaceted approach to counter the rising threat of AI deepfakes. He identifies the financial services, healthcare, and gambling sectors as particularly vulnerable due to their sensitive data and high profitability. Jenkins warns that AI's increasing sophistication will lead to more complex cyber threats, including undetectable malware and convincing phishing attacks.
The article highlights a recent cyberattack on MGM Resorts International, where attackers used AI-generated voice phishing to impersonate employees. Jenkins advocates for implementing robust verification procedures, such as multifactor authentication, to mitigate these risks. He stresses the importance of a Zero Trust security model, which assumes threats can originate from anywhere, thereby enhancing overall cybersecurity.
• AI deepfakes pose significant risks to various business sectors.
• Robust verification procedures are essential to combat AI-driven cyber threats.
Deepfakes are AI-generated content that can convincingly mimic real individuals, posing security risks.
Voice phishing involves using AI to impersonate individuals over the phone to deceive targets.
Zero Trust is a security model that requires strict verification for every user and device accessing resources.
ThreatLocker specializes in cybersecurity solutions, focusing on protecting businesses from sophisticated AI threats.
MGM Resorts International faced a significant cyberattack that highlighted vulnerabilities to AI-driven phishing attacks.
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