Recently, Ferrari nearly fell victim to a scam when someone attempted to impersonate CEO Benedetto Vigna through WhatsApp messages and a phone call.
The impersonator, using a convincing deepfake voice, raised suspicions with a company executive when they did not use Vigna’s usual phone number. During the call, the executive asked the impersonator to name a book recommended by Vigna, but the impostor failed to answer and hung up.
This incident highlights how audio and video manipulation is becoming more accessible, increasing the chances of similar frauds in the future. Corporate espionage is a real concern, especially in competitive industries like automotive.
Companies will need to implement training to help their employees recognize and avoid deepfake calls and messages, similar to existing measures to prevent phishing emails.
Source: Motor1.com | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.