With the rapid development of Artificial Intelligence, cybercriminals are adopting increasingly sophisticated techniques to deceive individuals. One alarming method is Voicehacking—a type of social engineering attack where AI is used to clone voices and create fake audio recordings.
Imagine receiving a desperate call from a loved one, urgently asking for money or sensitive information. You recognize their voice—but it’s not really them. This is the reality of AI-driven voice fraud.
How can you protect yourself? The Spanish National Police recommends these key prevention measures:
– Verify identity – Don’t trust a voice alone. Ask personal questions only they would know.
– Use a security phrase – Set a unique code with family and close friends for verification.
– Limit public voice recordings – Avoid sharing voice messages or videos that could be used for cloning.
– Don’t act under pressure – Scammers create urgency to manipulate you. Pause and verify.
– Confirm through another channel – If in doubt, call or text the person on a different number.
– Warn others – Awareness is key. Share this knowledge with friends and family.
– Report incidents – If you suspect fraud, inform the police immediately.
As AI-driven scams become more sophisticated, awareness and prevention are our best defenses. Stay vigilant, stay informed, and protect yourself from voice fraud.