VIPRE Warns of AI-Native Malware and Deepfake Fraud in 2026

VIPRE Warns of AI-Native Malware and Deepfake Fraud in 2026

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VIPRE has reported that AI-native malware, deepfake fraud, and automated attacks on connected devices will significantly impact businesses in 2026. The organization anticipates that cybercriminals will advance from using generic AI tools to creating sophisticated malicious software driven by large language models and generative systems. A notable increase in fraud services is also expected.