The Duality of the Digital World: Understanding Social Engineering and Deepfake Technology

Digital innovation has significantly transformed our lives. From smartphones to cloud computing, these technologies have dramatically improved access to information, facilitated global communication, and changed the way we work. However, every innovation comes with its shadows. The development of the digital world is no exception, and as cyber activities increase, new threats such as social engineering and deepfakes emerge.

Social Engineering: Traditional Forms of Cyber Attacks

Social engineering is a method of cyber attack that exploits psychological vulnerabilities in humans rather than technical vulnerabilities. This method has evolved into various forms, including phishing, spear phishing, CEO fraud, and ransomware. These attacks can cause a wide range of damage, from personal identity theft to corporate confidential information breaches.

Phishing

Phishing is the most common form of social engineering, where attackers impersonate trusted individuals or organizations to steal information or distribute malicious software. The success rate of phishing attacks is very high, especially through email. The content of these emails often consists of urgent warning messages or…