Summary: Taxpayers are increasingly targeted by AI-driven scams this tax season, with methods including AI-generated voice impersonations of IRS agents. A report from LifeLock reveals that over half of the respondents have encountered such scams, with significant financial impacts reported. As fraud tactics evolve, preventative measures and education are essential for protecting personal and financial information.
Affected: Taxpayers, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), LifeLock
Keypoints :
- AI scams are more convincing, using deepfake voices and personalized messages.
- Victims report financial impacts, with the IRS previously uncovering billions in fraud cases.
- Recommendations include verifying communications, safeguarding personal information, monitoring accounts, and reporting suspicious activities.
- LifeLock offers identity protection services and scam detection tools to help mitigate these risks.
Source: https://www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/ai-fueled-tax-scams-on-the-rise