AI at the Service of Cybercriminals

Modern Cybersecurity, Social Engineering and the State of the Art of AI

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape. This session explores how new technologies are transforming both attack strategies and defense mechanisms.

How Cybercriminals Exploit the Human Factor

• Social engineering as the primary entry point into organizations
• Manipulation of employees through psychological techniques
• Why traditional defenses are not enough against human-targeted attacks

Real-world Examples of AI-powered Social Engineering Attacks

• Phishing campaigns enhanced with AI-generated content
• Deepfakes and synthetic voices used to deceive employees
• Automated attacks that adapt in real time to bypass security controls

How to Protect Against AI-enhanced Social Engineering Attacks

• Updating awareness and training programs
• Strengthening policies and detection mechanisms
• Practical strategies to reduce the human attack surface

Duration: 30 minutes + Q&A session