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Phishing 2.0: Sophisticated email scams and how to train employees to recognize them
Phishing attacks have evolved significantly, becoming more sophisticated and challenging to detect. Here are three new trends in email phishing attacks that hackers are increasingly using to exploit individuals and organizations:
1. AI-Powered Phishing Emails
Hackers now use AI to craft highly personalized and convincing phishing emails. Instead of the generic “Dear Sir/Madam” approach, AI-powered phishing analyzes publicly available data like LinkedIn profiles, job titles, or recent social media posts to tailor emails to specific recipients.
For example, an AI-generated phishing…..