Phishing attacks aren’t new — but they’re getting significantly harder to spot. Thanks to AI, cybercriminals can now craft emails that are grammatically perfect, contextually convincing, and tailored specifically to your business. Here are five tactics your team should be able to recognize.
1. AI-written impersonation emails. Attackers now use AI to mimic the writing style of real people in your organization — including your CEO or IT team. If an email is asking for urgent action or a wire transfer, always verify by phone.
2. Fake invoice fraud. A realistic-looking invoice arrives from what appears to be a trusted vendor. Always cross-reference invoice requests against your known vendor list before approving payment.
3. MFA fatigue attacks. Hackers trigger repeated multi-factor authentication prompts hoping you’ll approve one just to make it stop. Never approve an MFA request you didn’t initiate.
4. QR code phishing. Malicious QR codes in emails or printed materials redirect to fake login pages. Treat QR codes with the same skepticism as suspicious links.
5. Credential harvesting via fake portals. Lookalike login pages for Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace are increasingly common. Always check the URL before entering your credentials.
The best defense is an informed team. If you’d like to schedule a security awareness session for your staff, give us a call — it’s one of the most cost-effective investments you can make.