FBI Warns of Deepfake SMS and Voice Messages Targeting Former Government Officials
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The FBI has issued a warning that former government officials are being targeted by SMS and voice messages generated by AI deepfakes imitating high-ranking U.S. officials. This campaign employs smishing and vishing techniques to deceive victims. The deepfake messages mimic the voices of high-ranking officials to appear authentic. The attack aims to exploit the trust that former officials have in their superiors.