The rise of AI chatbots has introduced new opportunities for cybercriminals to conduct phishing scams. While many of us are using chatbots for fun and convenience, criminals are finding ways to utilize this technology to make their attacks more difficult to detect and, consequently, more successful.

Although we always recommend being careful with emails by checking for grammatical errors, verifying authenticity, and avoiding clicking suspicious links, AI-generated phishing emails can now mimic human-like conversations, making it harder to identify them as scams. Cybercriminals are utilizing AI technology to create unique variations of phishing lures, eliminating errors, and even fabricating entire email threads to increase their believability.

Although security tools that detect messages written by AI are currently in development, they are not yet available. This underscores the need for extreme caution when opening emails, particularly those that are unexpected. Always double-check the email address, verify the message's legitimacy, and avoid replying to the email if there is any doubt.

To protect against the evolving phishing threat, individuals and organizations must remain vigilant and informed of the latest tactics used by cybercriminals. If additional assistance or team training is required, seeking expert advice is always recommended.