FBI Warns of Scammers Using AI to Impersonate Agents Online

The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has issued a warning about ongoing scams where fraudsters impersonate FBI personnel on social media and through AI-generated videos. These scammers create fake profiles and pages to lure victims, claiming to assist in recovering lost funds. They also use spoofed websites that mimic the IC3 site to collect personal information. Victims report being contacted via social media or messaging apps, leading them to false IC3 complaint pages. The IC3 emphasizes that it does not operate on social media and does not offer recovery services through these channels. The impersonation scheme has been active since at least December 2023, with over 100 reports received. Victims are urged to report any suspicious activity directly to the IC3.

Key Points: • Scammers impersonate FBI agents on social media to target cybercrime victims. • AI-generated videos are used to create convincing depictions of FBI officials. • The IC3 has no social media presence and does not recover funds through these platforms.