As the advent of deepfake technology blurs the line between fact and fiction, a sophisticated new threat has been gaining ground in the digital age. How is AI-generated media being weaponized to spread disinformation and influence public perception? And can we still trust what we see online?
From legitimate-looking cryptocurrency investment portals to fake celebrity giveaways, scammers are building sophisticated campaigns that exploit users' trust across the web to deprive them of their life savings. In this article, we unpack how some of these campaigns operate at scale and how researchers can systematically detect, track, and stop them.
AI-powered phishing attacks have rapidly evolved, utilizing advanced personalization, multi-channel deception, and deepfake technology to surpass human-crafted scams in both scale and effectiveness. This unprecedented chapter of cybercrime has created never-before-seen challenges for security professionals. Individuals and organizations will need to adopt AI-driven security measures to keep ahead of these AI-driven threats.
The integration of connected medical devices has transformed patient care but has introduced significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities. This article examines key risks in Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) systems and explores emerging solutions for safeguarding patient safety in an increasingly connected healthcare environment.
Smart cities expand connectivity---but also vulnerability. Equitable governance and built-in cybersecurity are essential to protecting data, infrastructure, and our civil liberties.
Online advertising is at the forefront of election strategies for most political candidates. As advertising platforms shape the targeting and distribution of political ads, the transparency of this process is essential for democracy. However, there are still significant barriers in studying these systems, creating an environment where research can be a challenge.
