Deepfake attacks on email security have escalated to unprecedented levels, with the number of incidents skyrocketing by 1,740% in North America alone between 2022 and 2023. As a result, organisations are facing an increasing threat of sophisticated phishing and social engineering attacks.
Understanding the Risks of Deepfakes
Deepfakes are synthetic audio, video, and image files that are created using artificial intelligence algorithms. These files can be designed to mimic the appearance, voice, and mannerisms of individuals, including public figures, celebrities, and even employees. This has created a new category of cyberattack that can deceive even the most discerning individuals.
- Deepfakes are becoming increasingly sophisticated, making it difficult for traditional email protection tools to detect and prevent attacks.
- The rise of deepfakes has led to a surge in phishing attacks, with 1,000% growth reported globally.
- Deepfakes can be used to create convincing videos and audio files that can deceive employees into taking malicious action.
The Need for Deepfake Protection
Organisations are in dire need of robust tools to protect themselves against these advanced threats. IRONSCALES has announced the launch of Deepfake Protection, a new technology that can detect and prevent deepfake-driven attacks in real-time.
| Key Features of Deepfake Protection | • Real-time analysis of video and audio content using advanced AI algorithms |
| • Detection of deepfake-driven threats | • Neutralisation of deepfake threats before they cause harm |
According to a recent study, traditional Secure Email Gateways are unable to prevent 67.5 phishing attacks per 100 mailboxes each month. This highlights the need for organisations to adopt more effective security measures to protect themselves against deepfake threats.
What Organizations Can Expect from Deepfake Protection
Organisations can expect the following benefits from IRONSCALES’ Deepfake Protection technology:
- Reliable detection and prevention of deepfake-driven attacks
- Advanced AI-powered analysis of video and audio content
- Seamless integration with existing email security platforms
Real-World Impact of Deepfake Protection
Telit, an IRONSCALES customer, has reported a significant impact from the new Deepfake Protection technology. Itzik Menashe from Telit stated: “The ability to detect deepfake videos in real time is a game-changer. Plus, the capabilities are integrated seamlessly with the IRONSCALES platform, making it incredibly easy to roll out and scale across our organisation. As cybercriminals continue to refine their tactics, IRONSCALES gives us the confidence to identify fraudulent attempts before they cause damage. This is a critical step in ensuring that our employees and partners can trust the messages they receive.”
Eyal Benishti on Deepfakes and the Future of Phishing
According to Eyal Benishti, CEO of IRONSCALES, “The cybersecurity landscape is currently in the midst of a major sea change. Deepfakes, agentic AI, and other emergent technologies are fundamentally reshaping the threat landscape, ushering in a whole new stage in the evolution of phishing. This next generation of threats, which I like to call Phishing 3.0, is defined by highly-targeted, highly-sophisticated phishing threats that use these technologies to supercharge their social engineering strategies and launch attacks of unprecedented speed and scale.”
IRONSCALES’ Deepfake Protection technology aims to address this new threat landscape by providing organisations with a powerful, proactive means of reliably detecting and preventing deepfake-driven attacks before they cause harm. The company’s announcement comes as organisations seek more robust technological solutions to address the threat of increasingly sophisticated phishing and social engineering attacks.
The Importance of Deepfake Protection for IT Professionals
A recent survey cited by IRONSCALES found that over 94% of IT experts are worried about the risks deepfakes pose, and 43% expect deepfake defence to become their primary security priority in the coming 12 to 18 months. This highlights the critical need for IT professionals to adopt robust security measures to protect against deepfake threats.
Key Takeaways
- Deepfakes are a growing threat to email security, with 1,740% growth reported in North America between 2022 and 2023.
- Traditional email protection tools are unable to detect and prevent deepfake-driven attacks.
- IRONSCALES’ Deepfake Protection technology provides a powerful means of reliably detecting and preventing deepfake-driven attacks.
Conclusion
The launch of IRONSCALES’ Deepfake Protection technology marks a significant step forward in addressing the threat of deepfakes and sophisticated phishing attacks. As organisations seek more robust technological solutions to protect themselves against these advanced threats, IRONSCALES’ Deepfake Protection technology is poised to play a critical role in ensuring the security and trust of email communications.
