AI is like a haunted house. There are some cool tricks inside… and a few jump scares you’d rather avoid.
The same tools helping businesses speed up proposals or streamline workflows are also being used by hackers to create some truly scary attacks. But don’t worry, once you know what to watch for, these ghosts lose a lot of their power.
Let’s pull back the cobwebs and meet the AI “monsters” you should know about.
Deepfake Doppelgängers
Imagine logging into a Zoom call and seeing your CEO staring back at you. Except… it’s not really them.
Hackers are using AI to spin up shockingly realistic deepfakes of leaders and coworkers. In one real case, employees were tricked into downloading malware during a fake Zoom call with “executives” who weren’t even real.
How to spot the imposter:
- Faces that glitch or lag a little too much
- Awkward silences before responses
- Lighting that feels… unnatural
When something feels eerie, verify through another channel before clicking or downloading.
Phishing Emails With New Fangs
Phishing isn’t new. But AI has given hackers sharper teeth.
Forget the broken English and misspelled subject lines: AI can churn out polished, convincing emails in seconds. It can even translate scams into multiple languages to scale attacks worldwide.
How to fight back:
- MFA (multifactor authentication) makes it almost impossible for stolen passwords to work alone.
- Employee training keeps people alert to red flags like urgency, strange links, or requests that don’t quite make sense.
“Skeleton” AI Tools
Not every shiny AI tool is what it seems. Some are just malware in costume.
We’ve seen fake “AI apps” and cracked software downloads that claim to give you premium features. Instead, they install malware and open the door for attackers.
Think of them as skeleton tools — all bones, no brains.
Your best defense:
- Only download tools from trusted sources
- Let your IT team vet new software before you try it out
Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark
Yes, AI brings new risks. But like any good ghost story, once you shine a light on the monsters, they’re a lot less scary. Strong verification, MFA, security training, and a trusted IT partner will keep your business from becoming the next haunted house.
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