October 13, 2025
Phishing is nothing new, but AI has made these attacks
harder to spot. Gone are the days when you could dismiss a scam email because
of obvious spelling mistakes or clunky grammar.
Attackers now use AI to craft polished, professional
messages. Some even translate emails and landing pages into multiple languages
to launch larger-scale campaigns.
Fortunately, many defenses still work. Multifactor
authentication (MFA) is especially effective, since criminals may trick someone
into giving up a password but are unlikely to also have access to a physical
device like your phone. Ongoing security awareness training also helps
employees spot other red flags, such as fake urgency in messages.
Skeleton AI Tools: Malware Disguised as Innovation
Cybercriminals often disguise malware as something trendy to
trick people into downloading it, and AI is their latest lure. Fake "AI tools"
or "AI video generators" are popping up that appear legitimate on the surface
but actually contain malicious code.
For example, a TikTok account was recently exposed for
sharing instructions on installing "cracked software" to bypass licensing
requirements for tools like ChatGPT. In reality, the campaign was distributing
malware through PowerShell commands.
The best defense here is prevention. Always ask your IT
provider or MSP to vet any new AI tools before installing them. If something
looks too good to be true, it probably is.
Ready to Chase the AI Ghosts Out of Your Business?
AI is powerful, but it doesn't have to be terrifying. From
deepfakes to phishing to fake AI tools, attackers are finding new tricks, yet
the right safeguards will keep your business protected.
Schedule your free discovery call today, and let's talk
about how to defend your team from the darker side of AI before it becomes a
real problem.
