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Navigating the Masquerade: Recognizing and Combating Impersonation Attacks

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Feed Name: KnowBe4 Blog

Date Published: 2024-05-01

Date Updated: 2026-04-28

Author: Stu Sjouwerman

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The document highlights the growing risk of impersonation attacks amplified by deepfake audio/video technologies, outlining common forms (email phishing, social media deception, and voice/video impersonation) and key detection cues (communication inconsistencies, urgent unverified requests, and manipulated media). It stresses prompt reporting and promotes building a strong security culture through comprehensive security awareness training to reduce human risk.

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