Artificial Intelligence (AI) capability has been a popular topic of conversation, undeniably transforming various industries with optimised efficiencies and various creative application. But with this powerful tool what does this mean for the future of email threats, and how could it be leveraged by cybercriminals to amplify their penetration?
In this blog we’ll explore the potential ways AI could be applied to make email threats even more dangerous, what organizations and Channel should be looking out for, and highlighting the need for proactive measures to ensure cybersecurity.
1. Advanced Phishing Attacks
AI unquestionably will make it far easier for anyone to develop highly convincing and personalised phishing emails at scale! Despite previously relying on a threat actors individual capability, machine learning algorithms can analyse vast amounts of data at speed. This could include stolen personal information, online behaviour, social media profiles, and even public records. Armed with this information, cybercriminals will be able tailor their phishing emails extensively, making them appear far more authentic with the use of personal details, or even mimicking the writing style of someone they know. Such sophisticated AI-driven phishing attacks could significantly increase the success rate of these malicious campaigns...Read More!
