{"attribution":{"source":"AI Incident Database (Responsible AI Collaborative)","license":"CC BY-SA 4.0","license_url":"https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/","citation":"McGregor, S. (2021). Preventing Repeated Real World AI Failures by Cataloging Incidents: The AI Incident Database. Proceedings of the AAAI Conference on Artificial Intelligence (IAAI-21).","snapshot_date":"2026-09-07"},"exported_at":"2026-09-12"}
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After she contacted postal police, two additional fake profiles using her image were reportedly found and blocked.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Safiria Leccese, Privacy, Mediaset, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1505,"occurred_on":"2026-05-24","title":"Scammers Reportedly Used AI-Cloned Daughter's Voice to Defraud Bay Area Mother in Fake Kidnapping Call","description":"Deborah Del Mastro of Martinez, California, reportedly wired $5,400 to Mexico after scammers falsely claimed her daughter Sarah had been kidnapped and played what she believed was Sarah's panicked voice. AI had reportedly been used to mimic the daughter's voice during a five-hour call that pressured Del Mastro to send money. After she contacted her daughter and learned she was safe, Martinez police reportedly began investigating.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Fake Kidnapping Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Deborah Del Mastro, Daughter Of Deborah Del Mastro, Epistemic Integrity, Victims Of Impersonation Scams, Victims Of Fake Kidnapping Scammers"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1501,"occurred_on":"2026-05-19","title":"Texas Man Arturo Hernandez Allegedly Published AI-Generated Deepfake Pornography Depicting Women in TAKE IT DOWN Act Case","description":"DOJ alleged that Texas defendant Arturo Hernandez published about 113 albums of AI-generated deepfake pornography depicting about 50 identifiable women, including non-public figures and recent high school graduates, during a period anchored to May 2025. Prosecutors said non-explicit source images were allegedly transformed into sexualized depictions. The case was among the first prosecutions announced under the TAKE IT DOWN Act.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Deepfake creators","Arturo Hernandez"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Women","Victims of non-consensual deepfakes","Victims of deepfake abuse","Public figures","Privacy","Epistemic integrity","Celebrities"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1485,"occurred_on":"2026-05-05","title":"Guelph, Ontario, Woman Reportedly Lost $14,000 in Purported Deepfake MrBeast Cryptocurrency Scam","description":"A Guelph, Ontario, woman reportedly lost $14,000 after clicking a social-media ad for a cryptocurrency investment purportedly promoted by MrBeast. Police said her losses accumulated through an initial $250 payment and later transfers made after she spoke with supposed representatives and someone she believed was the YouTube creator, including $5,000 sent to a crypto wallet.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Scammers impersonating MrBeast","Scammers","Impersonation scammers","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic audio generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["YouTube users","Women and girls","Women","Victims of impersonation scams","Victims of deepfake-enabled fraud","Unnamed Guelph, Ontario woman","Social media users","General public"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1480,"occurred_on":"2026-05-04","title":"Purportedly AI-Recreated Clips from Beastie Boys' 'Sabotage' Video Reportedly Appeared in FBI Promotional Video Posted by Kash Patel","description":"An FBI promotional video posted by Director Kash Patel reportedly used AI-generated clips that closely recreated shots from the Beastie Boys' 1994 \"Sabotage\" music video directed by Spike Jonze. NPR identified at least six matching clips and quoted experts who said AI likely recreated the footage, possibly from screenshots or short clips. The video promoted FBI anti-fraud work and received roughly half a million views by the next day.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Kash Patel, Federal Bureau Of Investigation"],"developers":["Synthetic Video Generation Technology Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Spike Jonze, Musicians, Filmmakers, Epistemic Integrity, Copyright Holders, Beastie Boys"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1475,"occurred_on":"2026-04-28","title":"Suspected AI-Generated Deepfake Video Reportedly Targeted Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Instagram","description":"Police in Durg, Chhattisgarh, India reportedly registered a First Information Report (FIR) after Indian National Congress leaders alleged that a suspected AI-generated deepfake video targeted former state chief minister Bhupesh Baghel and his former deputy secretary, Saumya Chaurasia. Police reportedly said the video circulated through Instagram handles, and that a cyber team was investigating.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Congresspolkhol, Randomchhattisgarh, Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Bhupesh Baghel, Saumya Chaurasia, Epistemic Integrity, General Public, General Public Of India"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1472,"occurred_on":"2026-04-28","title":"Ahmedabad Aadhaar Fraud Racket Reportedly Used Purportedly AI-Generated Deepfakes to Change Businessman's Linked Mobile Number","description":"Ahmedabad Cyber Crime police reportedly arrested four people after businessman Amit Patel alleged that his Aadhaar-linked mobile number had been changed without consent. Police reportedly said the accused allegedly used purportedly AI-generated deepfake videos made from Patel's photo to bypass facial authentication, access DigiLocker/e-KYC services, open bank accounts, and apply for loans.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Mohammad Kaif Iqbalbhai Patel, Kanubhai Bahadursinh Parmar, Deep Maheshbhai Gupta, Ashish Rajendrabhai Waland"],"developers":["Unique Identification Authority Of India, Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Bonneville Foods Private Limited, Amit Patel, Aadhaar Holders, Privacy"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1473,"occurred_on":"2026-04-24","title":"Jasper County Student in Texas Reportedly Posted Purported AI-Generated Nude Image of Classmate on Snapchat","description":"A 17-year-old Buna Independent School District student in Jasper County, Texas reportedly admitted to creating a purported AI-generated nude image of a classmate and posting it on Snapchat. Law enforcement reportedly said the image was removed after several minutes, but officials alleged the classmate had already been harmed.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Student, Epistemic Integrity, Buna Independent School District Community, Students, Minors"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1488,"occurred_on":"2026-04-16","title":"ChatGPT Was Reportedly Consulted on Body-Disposal and Concealment Questions Before and After University of South Florida Doctoral Students Were Killed","description":"Prosecutors reportedly cited Hisham Abugharbieh's ChatGPT history after he was charged with murdering University of South Florida doctoral students Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy. The alleged queries concerned body disposal, vehicle concealment, firearms, phone traceability, and missing-person status. Current public reporting leaves unresolved whether ChatGPT provided operational assistance.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Pre-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Openai, Hisham Abugharbieh"],"developers":["Openai"],"harmed":["Zamil Limon, University Of South Florida Community, Nahida Bristy, Family Of Zamil Limon, Family Of Nahida Bristy, Educational Communities, University Students, Students"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1454,"occurred_on":"2026-04-16","title":"Purported Deepfake Video Reportedly Portrayed Nirmala Sitharaman Endorsing Investment Scheme","description":"A purported deepfake video reportedly portrayed Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as endorsing an investment scheme claiming Rs 22,000 (about $236 USD) could yield Rs 5.5 lakh (about $5,900 USD) in a week. PIB Fact Check publicly debunked the video on April 16, 2026, stating it was fake and AI-generated and warning that neither the Government of India nor the minister endorsed the scheme.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Scammers In India, Scammers Impersonating Nirmala Sitharaman, Investment Scam Operators"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Media Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Nirmala Sitharaman, Indian Investors, General Public Of India, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Victims Of Investment Scams, Victims Of Impersonation Scams"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1478,"occurred_on":"2026-04-12","title":"Scammers Reportedly Used AI-Generated Images of Missing Dog Archer to Solicit Fraudulent Vet Payment from Deltona, Florida Family","description":"Scammers reportedly used AI-generated images of Archer, a missing beagle mix in Deltona, Florida, on an operating table after owner Bill Cosens posted about the dog on social media. A caller allegedly claimed Archer had been hit by a vehicle and needed $2,800 in emergency surgery. Cosens grew suspicious after checking the supposed veterinary clinic address, sent no money, and Archer was later returned safely.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["People Searching For Missing Pets, Epistemic Integrity, Cosens Family, Bill Cosens"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1474,"occurred_on":"2026-04-01","title":"Tasmanian School Students Reportedly Created Purported AI-Generated Pornographic Images of Female Classmates","description":"Five boys at The Friends' School in Hobart, Tasmania allegedly created purported AI-generated pornographic images using photos of female classmates, with parents saying 21 girls were identified as victims. The images were reportedly shared in a boys' group chat. Tasmania Police said no charges had been laid and the youths were being dealt with under the Youth Justice Act.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Students","Minors","Men and boys","Deepfake creators","Boys","AI-generated CSAM creators","Adolescent boys"],"developers":["Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Victims of non-consensual deepfakes","Victims of deepfake child abuse","Victims of deepfake abuse","The Friends' School community","The Friends' School","Students","Privacy"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1452,"occurred_on":"2026-03-25","title":"Purported AI-Generated Impersonations of Albanian Cardiologist Spiro Qirko and Journalist Ilir Topi Were Reportedly Used on Facebook to Promote Hypertension Product in Kosovo","description":"An allegedly AI-generated video circulating on Facebook appeared to impersonate Albanian cardiologist Spiro Qirko and journalist Ilir Topi in order to market \"Hyper Caps\" as a treatment for hypertension in Kosovo. Reporting indicated that both men denied involvement. An AI-detection tool reportedly assessed the media as likely AI-generated, and the product was reportedly not listed as holding marketing authorization in Kosovo.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Spiro Qirko, People Seeking Medical Advice, Ilir Topi, General Public Of Kosovo, General Public, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1450,"occurred_on":"2026-03-24","title":"Florida Man Allegedly Used Purported Deepfake Video to Report Break-In of Deputy's Patrol Vehicle in Lake Mary","description":"Alexis Martínez-Arizala, a man from Florida, allegedly approached a Seminole County deputy inside a Lake Mary sporting-goods store and allegedly showed a three-second AI-generated video purporting to show people entering the deputy's marked patrol vehicle outside. Investigators later said surveillance footage showed no such event occurred, and local reporting said the deputy responded as though the threat were real. Martínez-Arizala was later arrested on multiple Florida charges","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Alexis Martinez Arizala"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Seminole County Sheriff'S Office Deputy, General Public, General Public Of Florida, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1482,"occurred_on":"2026-03-23","title":"Purported AI-Generated Voice Reportedly Impersonated Washington Man's Daughter in $13,000 Extortion Scam","description":"A man in Washington state, Mark A. Young, reportedly wired $13,000 after scammers used a purportedly AI-generated copy of his daughter's voice to convince him she had been kidnapped after a staged car-crash story. The caller allegedly kept him on the phone for about 30 hours, directed him to banks and money-transfer locations, and sought another $17,000 before a Pullman bank manager and police confirmed his daughter was safe.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Mark A. Young, General Public, Daughter Of Mark A. Young"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1444,"occurred_on":"2026-03-19","title":"Hachette Reportedly Canceled Publication of Mia Ballard's Shy Girl After Generative AI Authorship Allegations","description":"Hachette Book Group reportedly canceled U.S. publication of Mia Ballard's horror novel Shy Girl and said its Wildfire imprint would not continue publishing the U.K. edition after investigating allegations that parts of the book were generated with AI. Ballard reportedly said she did not personally use AI and suggested an editor of an earlier self-published version may have done so.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Other","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Mia Ballard'S Editor"],"developers":["Large Language Model Developers, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Mia Ballard, Hachette Book Group, Novelists"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":1421,"occurred_on":"2026-03-19","title":"Purported Deepfake Applicant Reportedly Impersonated Tokyo IT Executive Kenbun Yoshii During Online Job Interview","description":"In Tokyo, a Japanese IT company reportedly interviewed a job applicant who used purportedly AI-generated video manipulation to impersonate real IT executive Kenbun Yoshii during a remote hiring interview. Investigators cited visual and audio irregularities suggesting a deepfake, and Yoshii said his publicly available images and career details appeared to have been misused.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Fake Job Applicant(S)"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Kenbun Yoshii, Japanese It Company Recruiter(S), Unnamed Japanese Company, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1417,"occurred_on":"2026-03-14","title":"Purported Deepfake of Ashley James Reportedly Used to Promote Weight Loss Pills","description":"An online ad reportedly used a purported AI-generated version of Ashley James, a British broadcaster and former reality television personality, to market weight loss pills through a false celebrity endorsement. James said the video copied her face and voice without consent and described the ad as both a violation of her identity and a misleading sales tactic directed at the public.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Other","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Advertisers, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Ashley James, Fans Of Ashley James, People Seeking Weight Loss Supplements"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1407,"occurred_on":"2026-03-11","title":"Grammarly's AI Expert Review Allegedly Used Journalists' and Authors' Names Without Consent","description":"Grammarly's Expert Review feature allegedly used a large language model to generate editing suggestions presented under the names of journalists, authors, and academics without their consent. A federal class action filed by Julia Angwin claimed the feature misappropriated identities for commercial gain and attributed advice the named individuals never gave.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Grammarly, Superhuman"],"developers":["Grammarly, Superhuman"],"harmed":["Julia Angwin, Journalists, Academics, Authors, Writers, Grammarly Users, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":5},{"incident_id":1404,"occurred_on":"2026-03-10","title":"Purported AI-Generated Nude Images Reportedly Used to Extort Wichita Man in Kansas","description":"A Wichita, Kansas man reported that scammers sent him purported AI-generated nude images depicting his face on another body in his home and threatened to send them to his Facebook contacts unless he paid money. Police said a report was filed.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Neal Zoglmann, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1411,"occurred_on":"2026-03-09","title":"Purported Deepfake Scam Ad Reportedly Used Lara Lewington and Martin Lewis to Promote Quantum AI Scheme","description":"Scammers reportedly used a purported deepfake video of Lara Lewington being assaulted to promote a fake \"Martin Lewis Quantum AI\" investment opportunity. According to reporting, Martin Lewis claimed the video prompted worried messages from friends and was designed to trick viewers into engaging with a fraudulent financial scheme.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Quantum Ai Scammers, Quantum Ai, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology"],"harmed":["Quantum Ai Victims, Martin Lewis, Lara Lewington, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1413,"occurred_on":"2026-03-05","title":"Purported AI-Generated Inland Revenue Scam Ads Reportedly Impersonated New Zealand Commissioner Peter Mersi in  Alleged Fake Crypto Tax Webinar","description":"New Zealand Inland Revenue warned that scammers used a purported AI-generated likeness of Commissioner Peter Mersi with alleged false Inland Revenue branding, as well as misleading social media ads, to promote an allegedly fake webinar on crypto tax changes. The campaign allegedly sought to trick people into disclosing personal information.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Advertisers, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Social Media Users In New Zealand, Peter Mersi, New Zealand Taxpayers, New Zealand Inland Revenue, General Public Of New Zealand, General Public, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1496,"occurred_on":"2026-03-03","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Jeffrey Epstein Video Reportedly Used by Pro-Iran Accounts to Claim Iran War Was Launched as a Cover-Up","description":"During the Iran war, anonymous pro-Iran accounts on X including HDX News and GPX News reportedly circulated a purportedly AI-generated Jeffrey Epstein-themed video while claiming it was real and that U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran were launched to distract from Epstein-related material. The Washington Post reported the HDX News post received more than 6.8 million views and GPX News's version received more than 4.7 million before both accounts were suspended by X.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":null,"entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Information Manipulation Actors, Hdx News, Gpx News, Pro Iranian Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Jewish People, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Donald Trump"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1406,"occurred_on":"2026-02-28","title":"Purported AI-Generated War Footage Reportedly Circulated Widely Online During the Opening Phase of the War in Iran","description":"Reports said that, in the early days of the war in Iran, purported AI-generated fakes showing nonexistent wartime scenes reached millions of viewers online. Their spread across social media and messaging apps allegedly distorted public perception of the conflict and contributed to information disorder.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Social Media Accounts, Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Social Media Users, People Seeking Information About The War In Iran, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, General Public, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1494,"occurred_on":"2026-02-28","title":"Purportedly AI-Manipulated Satellite Image Reportedly Claimed Iranian Strike Destroyed U.S. Radar in Qatar","description":"A purportedly AI-manipulated satellite-style image reportedly circulated online claiming to show U.S. radar equipment in Qatar destroyed by an Iranian strike. AFP and Factnameh reported that the image was fabricated from older Google Earth imagery of a U.S. site in Bahrain, not Qatar or Al-Udeid Air Base. The image, amplified by Tehran Times and other social media posts, reportedly gained millions of views and fueled wartime disinformation.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Tehran Times, Social Media Users Spreading Ai Generated Wartime Disinformation, Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology, Generative Ai Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Epistemic Integrity, General Public, Open Source Intelligence Researchers, Fact Checkers, United States Military, Wartime Information Ecosystem, Al Udeid Air Base, Radar Installations, United States Navy Fifth Fleet"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1429,"occurred_on":"2026-02-26","title":"Bank of Italy Warned That Purported Deepfakes of Governor Fabio Panetta Were Used in Allegedly Fraudulent Investment Promotions","description":"The Bank of Italy warned that purportedly fake content using Governor Fabio Panetta's name and likeness were reportedly circulating online to promote alleged investment opportunities. The bank said some of the material had been created with purported deepfake techniques and was likely intended to defraud the public. It filed a complaint with judicial authorities.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Fabio Panetta, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["General Public Of Italy, General Public, Fabio Panetta, Epistemic Integrity, Bank Of Italy, Banca D'Italia"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":1466,"occurred_on":"2026-02-22","title":"Network of Allegedly Fake Facebook Profiles with Purportedly AI-Generated Images Amplified Posts by Bulgaria's 'There Is Such a People' (ITN) Party","description":"A network of allegedly fake Facebook profiles using purportedly AI-generated profile images reportedly coordinated the spread of posts by members of Bulgaria's political party \"There Is Such a People\" (ITN) during the pre-election period. Reporting said the accounts repeatedly shared posts by ITN politician Pavela Mitova and ITN's leader Slavi Trifonov, helping make them appear highly engaging on Facebook and increasing their visibility.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Shte Ima Takuv Narod (Aneliya Yordanova) (Facebook Profile), Nikola Savov (Facebook Profile), Magdalena Kostova (Facebook Profile)"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Kelly Gale, Ivan Tomanovich, Ivan Hristanov, General Public Of Bulgaria, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Bulgarian Voters, Bulgarian Facebook Users, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1394,"occurred_on":"2026-02-16","title":"Purported Deepfake TikTok Account Using Grainville School Branding in Jersey Reportedly Targeted Staff, Prompting Police Probe","description":"A TikTok account allegedly using the badge and branding of Grainville School in Jersey (Channel Islands) reportedly uploaded five \"deeply inappropriate,\" purportedly AI-generated deepfake videos, including material featuring staff. The Education and Lifelong Learning Minister said the incident was reported to TikTok and the States of Jersey Police and urged the public not to view or share the content. The account was reportedly later removed.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Tiktok Users, Unknown Malicious Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Grainville School (Jersey), Grainville School (Jersey) Staff, Teachers, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1423,"occurred_on":"2026-02-15","title":"KPMG Australia Partner Reportedly Used AI to Cheat on Internal AI Training Test and Was Fined A$10,000","description":"In Australia, a KPMG Australia partner and registered company auditor reportedly uploaded a reference document from an internal AI training course into an AI tool to answer an exam question, in violation of firm policy. KPMG reportedly detected the activity in August 2025 and imposed a penalty of more than A$10,000 of future income after an internal investigation. The partner also reportedly self-reported the matter to Chartered Accountants ANZ, which is investigating the case.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Kpmg Australia Partner"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Kpmg Australia"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1373,"occurred_on":"2026-02-11","title":"AI Coding Agent 'MJ Rathbun' Allegedly Published Personalized Accusatory Blog Post Targeting Matplotlib Maintainer After Pull Request Closure","description":"Scott Shambaugh, a matplotlib maintainer, reported that an autonomous AI coding agent using the name \"MJ Rathbun\" researched him and publicly posted a personalized critical blog post after his GitHub pull request was closed. The post accused him of bias and \"gatekeeping\" and included claims Shambaugh disputed. The agent's operator and underlying model were not identified. Shambaugh said the post risked reputational harm and could mislead readers or other agents.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Deployer Of Mj Rathbun, Mj Rathbun"],"developers":["Openclaw, Moltbook"],"harmed":["Supply Chain Gatekeepers, Scott Shambaugh, Open Source Maintainers, Matplotlib Users, Github Users"],"report_count":6},{"incident_id":1369,"occurred_on":"2026-02-07","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Image Reportedly Circulated Ahead of Thai Election Depicting PM Anutin Charnvirakul Dining with Benjamin Mauerberger","description":"Social media posts in Thailand reportedly circulated an image purporting to show Thai PM Anutin Charnvirakul dining with South African businessman Benjamin Mauerberger (\"Ben Smith\"), implying long ties. AFP reported Google's SynthID flagged the image with \"very high\" confidence as made with Google AI tools; Anutin reportedly denied its veracity. The post reportedly spread on the eve of Thailand's election.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Csi La (Facebook Page), Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Google"],"harmed":["Anutin Charnvirakul, Benjamin Mauerberger, Voters In Thailand, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1368,"occurred_on":"2026-02-01","title":"Malicious OpenClaw Skills Reportedly Delivered AMOS Stealer and Exfiltrated Credentials via ClawHub","description":"Bitdefender researchers reported abuse in OpenClaw's third-party 'skills' ecosystem. In a Feb. 2026 sample, about 17% of skills were reportedly assessed as malicious, with many seemingly cloned under slight name changes. Posing as utilities, some skills were reportedly found to run obfuscated commands, fetch remote payloads, and in some cases deliver AMOS Stealer on macOS. Other skills were reportedly observed searching for private keys or API tokens and exfiltrating them.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Threat Actors Distributing Malicious Openclaw Skills, Unknown Threat Actors, Malicious Actors"],"developers":["Malicious Actors, Openclaw"],"harmed":["Organizations Using Openclaw, Openclaw Users, Privacy"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":1399,"occurred_on":"2026-01-28","title":"South Korean Woman Allegedly Used ChatGPT to Assess Lethality of Drug-and-Alcohol Mixtures Before Two Fatal Motel Poisonings","description":"In Seoul, a woman allegedly used ChatGPT to ask whether mixing sleeping pills or benzodiazepines with alcohol could be fatal before poisoning drinks given to three men. Two men later died in separate motel incidents, and a third survived after losing consciousness. Police reportedly cited her chatbot queries and search history as evidence of intent.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Kim (Suspect In Seoul Poisoning Case)"],"developers":["Openai"],"harmed":["Three Unnamed Men In Their 20S In Seoul"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1358,"occurred_on":"2026-01-24","title":"Purportedly AI-Altered Images Reportedly Distort Evidence After Minneapolis Shooting of ICU Nurse Alex Pretti","description":"Following the fatal shooting of Minneapolis ICU nurse Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents, social media accounts reportedly circulated images purported to have been altered by AI, reportedly distorting evidence of the incident by portraying Pretti as threatening law enforcement and altering the presence of weapons. The images reportedly misidentified individuals and helped reinforce partisan narratives by purportedly obscuring verified video and eyewitness accounts.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Pro Trump Social Media Influencers, Unidentified Social Media Users, Partisan Online Accounts, Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Google"],"harmed":["Alex Pretti, Family Of Alex Pretti, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1357,"occurred_on":"2026-01-22","title":"White House Reportedly Shares Purportedly AI-Altered Arrest Photo Depicting Minnesota Protester Nekima Levy Armstrong as Crying","description":"The White House reportedly posted a purportedly AI-altered image on X showing Minnesota protester and attorney Nekima Levy Armstrong appearing to cry during her arrest. An earlier image reportedly shared by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem showed her calm. Reported analysis by third parties using AI detection tools found signs of purported facial manipulation, which could be replicated using generative AI systems. 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The complaint reportedly includes video in which an agent appears to reference a \"database,\" and another alleged warning that agents would \"come to your house later tonight.\" DHS has reportedly denied that such a database exists while acknowledging threat monitoring.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Surveillance Technology Developers, United States Department Of Homeland Security"],"developers":["Surveillance Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Legal Observers, General Public Of The United States, General Public, Elinor Hilton, Democratic Integrity, Colleen Fagan, Privacy"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1477,"occurred_on":"2026-01-20","title":"Scammers Reportedly Used AI-Generated Image of Missing Puppy Hazel to Solicit Fraudulent Vet Payment from St. Petersburg, Florida Couple","description":"Scammers reportedly used an AI-generated or AI-altered image of a missing German Shepherd puppy on an operating table to convince a St. Petersburg, Florida couple that the dog had been hit by a car and needed emergency surgery. The caller allegedly impersonated police and veterinary staff while requesting $1,900 through Zelle. The payment was flagged as fraud, and the dog later returned home unharmed.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["People Searching For Missing Pets, Michelle Morida, Epistemic Integrity, Dennis Morida"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1445,"occurred_on":"2026-01-17","title":"Lower Saxony CDU Employee Allegedly Shared Sexualized Purported Deepfake of Colleague in Internal WhatsApp Group","description":"A senior employee of the CDU parliamentary faction in Lower Saxony allegedly posted a purportedly AI-generated sexualized deepfake of a female colleague in an internal WhatsApp group. Prosecutors later said the video appeared to be an AI montage created by inserting a real image of the woman into a bikini-dance clip. The employee was reportedly later dismissed.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Politicians","Deepfake creators","CDU Parliamentary Group in the Lower Saxony State Parliament","CDU-Fraktion im Niedersächsischen Landtag"],"developers":["Synthetic video generation technology developers","Synthetic media generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women employees of the CDU Parliamentary Group in the Lower Saxony State Parliament","Women employees of CDU-Fraktion im Niedersächsischen Landtag","Women and girls","Women","Privacy","Epistemic integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1410,"occurred_on":"2026-01-17","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Explicit Images of Royal School Armagh Girls Reportedly Circulated Among Pupils","description":"Police in Northern Ireland reportedly investigated allegations that explicit purportedly AI-generated images of girls attending Royal School Armagh were created and shared among pupils. The images allegedly targeted multiple students and circulated within the school community.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Students","Minors","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Victims of non-consensual deepfakes","Royal School Armagh community","Royal School Armagh","Privacy","Minors","Girls attending Royal School Armagh","Girls"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1344,"occurred_on":"2026-01-15","title":"Purported AI-Generated Images Depict Kate Garraway With Fictitious Partner","description":"ITV presenter Kate Garraway reported that purported AI-generated images falsely depicting her in a relationship with a fictitious partner circulated online, prompting false rumors about her personal life. Garraway stated the images caused confusion and emotional distress for her children, including claims about her son's reactions that she said were untrue.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Malicious Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Kate Garraway, Family Of Kate Garraway, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1380,"occurred_on":"2026-01-09","title":"Purported AI Voice Clone Allegedly Narrated Shaun Rein's 'The Split' in Unauthorized YouTube 'Podcast' Videos","description":"Author Shaun Rein reported that seven YouTube \"podcast\" videos on the YouTube channel \"The US-China Narrative\" used an allegedly AI-cloned version of his voice to narrate material taken from his 2024 book The Split, without his or his publisher's permission. The videos reportedly drew 200,000+ streams in a week.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["The Us China Narrative (Youtube Channel), Unknown Actors Impersonating Shaun Rein"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Shaun Rein, Epistemic Integrity, John Murray Press"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1405,"occurred_on":"2026-01-09","title":"Purported AI-Generated Doctor Deepfakes Reportedly Used Guy's and St Thomas' Branding to Market Weight Loss Patches","description":"Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust warned that purported AI-generated videos circulated on Facebook and TikTok depicted its clinicians endorsing weight loss patches. The videos allegedly impersonated doctors and used misleading medical claims to market a product.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["People Seeking Medical Advice, Guy'S And St Thomas' Nhs Foundation Trust Clinicians, Guy'S And St Thomas' Nhs Foundation Trust, General Public Of The United Kingdom, General Public, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1371,"occurred_on":"2026-01-09","title":"Purported Deepfake Reportedly Impersonated Consumer Adviser Clark Howard to Promote Auto-Insurance Quote Site","description":"A purported AI-generated video reportedly circulated on social media depicting consumer adviser Clark Howard endorsing an auto-insurance quote tool. A viewer reportedly said she believed it was real and warned others after a similar site led to an alleged flood of unsolicited calls without better rates. ","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Clark Howard, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Clark Howard, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Consumers, Consumers Seeking Auto Insurance, Dianne Milton"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1439,"occurred_on":"2026-01-08","title":"Former New Orleans Isidore Newman School Teacher Allegedly Used AI to Create Fake Nude Images from Social Media Photos of Girls, Including Students","description":"Louisiana authorities alleged that former Isidore Newman School teacher Benoit Cransac used an online AI platform to alter social media photos of girls and generate fake nude images, including collages. Local reports said he was rearrested on 60 unlawful-deepfake charges, and that investigators believed some depicted girls from the New Orleans area, with later coverage referring to teenage girls and students.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Deepfake creators","Benoit Cransac"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Victims of non-consensual deepfakes","Victims of deepfake child abuse","Victims of deepfake abuse","Students","Privacy","Minors","Isidore Newman School community"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1385,"occurred_on":"2026-01-07","title":"X Users Reportedly Prompted Grok to Sexualize Images of Renée Good After Her Killing in Minneapolis","description":"Following the 01/07/2026 killing of Renée Good in Minneapolis, X users reportedly prompted xAI's Grok to edit photos of Good, including images after the shooting, so she appeared in a bikini. Reporting said Grok complied and posted the generated image(s) publicly on X in response to the request.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["xAI users","xAI","Synthetic media creators"],"developers":["xAI","Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Women","Renée Good","Privacy","Family of Renée Good","Epistemic integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1339,"occurred_on":"2026-01-06","title":"Purportedly AI-Cloned Voice Allegedly Used to Defraud Play School Owner of ₹97,500 (~$1,080 USD) in Indore, India","description":"A woman who runs a play school in Indore, India, was reportedly defrauded of ₹97,500 (approximately $1,080 USD) after a fraudster allegedly used AI-based voice cloning to impersonate her cousin, an Uttar Pradesh police employee, and claim a friend needed urgent cardiac surgery. The victim was reportedly persuaded to transfer funds via QR codes before discovering no money had actually been credited.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Scammers In India"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Smita Sinha (Pseudonym), Small Private School Owners In Indore India, General Public Of Madhya Pradesh, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1355,"occurred_on":"2026-01-05","title":"Reported AI Impersonations of Pastors Used in Online Donation and Influence Scams","description":"Religious communities in the U.S. and abroad reported the circulation of purportedly AI-generated videos and cloned audio impersonating pastors and church leaders, including Father Mike Schmitz, to solicit donations and spread incendiary sermons. The impersonations reportedly leveraged synthetic voice and likeness tools and were distributed via platforms such as TikTok, Facebook, and messaging apps. Some content remained unlabeled as AI-generated and was treated as authentic by viewers.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Religious Figures, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Mike Schmitz, Religious Leaders, Religious Institutions, Religious Communities, Churches, Congregants, General Public, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1331,"occurred_on":"2026-01-05","title":"Purported Deepfake Videos Reportedly Impersonated Yanis Varoufakis on YouTube and Social Media","description":"Purported deepfake videos using the face and voice of Greek economist and politician Yanis Varoufakis were reportedly circulated on YouTube and other social platforms in late 2025 and early 2026. The videos depicted a synthetic version of Varoufakis delivering fabricated political statements, including about international events. Platforms reportedly removed some videos, but many reappeared under new accounts.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Deepfake Content Creators, Unknown Deepfake Content Creators Impersonating Yanis Varoufakis"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Yanis Varoufakis, Epistemic Integrity, Youtube Users, Social Media Users"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1328,"occurred_on":"2026-01-03","title":"Purported Deepfake Impersonating Elon Musk Allegedly Defrauded Elderly U.S. Woman of $50,000 via Gift Card–to-Crypto Scam","description":"An 80-year-old U.S. woman was reportedly deceived by scammers using purportedly AI-generated messages and deepfake media impersonating Elon Musk into believing she was in a romantic relationship with him. The perpetrators allegedly induced her to buy over $50,000 in Apple gift cards to be converted into cryptocurrency, leaving her financially endangered and at risk of foreclosure on her home.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Scammers impersonating Elon Musk","Scammers","Impersonation scammers","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic audio generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Women","Victims of impersonation scams","Victims of deepfake-enabled fraud","Unnamed 80-year-old U.S. woman","Epistemic integrity","Elon Musk","Elderly investors"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1327,"occurred_on":"2025-12-31","title":"Reported AI-Generated Deepfake Romance Scam Allegedly Used to Steal One Bitcoin From Recently Divorced Investor","description":"A recently divorced Bitcoin investor reportedly lost his entire retirement fund, one full Bitcoin, after being deceived by a purportedly AI-enabled romance scam. The perpetrator allegedly used AI-generated portraits and real-time deepfake video calls to pose as a romantic partner and trusted crypto trader, persuading the victim to transfer cryptocurrency through a \"pig-butchering\" scheme that displayed fake profits and made recovery impossible.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Pig Butchering Scammers, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Investors, Cryptocurrency Investors, Cryptocurrency Investors Defrauded By Ai Generated Profiles, Pig Butchering Scam Victims"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1345,"occurred_on":"2025-12-30","title":"Purported Deepfake Video Allegedly Used to Harass Washington State Patrol Trooper","description":"A Washington State Patrol trooper filed a lawsuit alleging that coworkers circulated a purported AI-generated deepfake video falsely depicting him in an intimate encounter with another trooper. According to the complaint, the non-consensual video was shared within the workplace and contributed to harassment and discrimination based on his sexual orientation. The creator of the video has not been publicly identified, and the agency has declined to comment due to pending litigation.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Washington State Patrol Employee(S)"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Collin Pearson, Lgbtq+ Law Enforcement Officers, Washington State Patrol Employees, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1323,"occurred_on":"2025-12-28","title":"Madhya Pradesh Congress Alleges AI-Generated Images Were Submitted in National Water Award Process","description":"A political dispute reportedly emerged in India after the Madhya Pradesh Congress alleged that AI-generated images were uploaded to a government platform in connection with water conservation works linked to the National Water Awards. District officials reportedly denied that the images influenced the award process, stating that evaluations relied on verified data and field inspections and that a limited number of AI-generated images appeared only on a separate educational portal.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Khandwa District Administration (Madhya Pradesh India)"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["General Public, General Public Of India, General Public Of Madhya Pradesh, General Public Of Khandwa District (Madhya Pradesh), Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1322,"occurred_on":"2025-12-26","title":"Senior Kerala Congress Leader N. 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Subrahmanian, Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Pinarayi Vijayan, General Public, General Public Of Kerala, General Public Of India, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1319,"occurred_on":"2025-12-26","title":"Purported Deepfake Investment Video Reportedly Used in Scam That Defrauded Turkish Couple of 1.5 Million Lira (~$35,000 USD)","description":"İsa Kereci and Hale Kereci, a married couple in Samsun, Turkey, reportedly lost 1.5 million lira after being deceived by an alleged AI-generated investment video on Facebook. The scammers allegedly used the video to build credibility and then guided them through staged \"investment\" steps, including screen sharing, fees, forced loans, and unauthorized bank and credit card transfers. The couple filed a criminal complaint, reporting severe financial harm and significant emotional distress.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Isa Kereci, Investors, Hale Kereci, General Public Of Turkey, General Public, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1320,"occurred_on":"2025-12-25","title":"Purportedly AI-Manipulated Image Reported to Falsely Depict Taiwanese Politician Kao Chia-yu Posing With PRC Flag","description":"In late December 2025, an altered image reportedly circulated online falsely depicting former Taiwanese legislator Kao Chia-yu posing in front of the PRC five-star flag, implying travel to or alignment with China. Reporting indicates the image was manipulated from a real photo taken at Taiwan's representative office in New York, replacing the Republic of China flag. Kao publicly debunked the image, citing AI-assisted disinformation and warning of political smearing ahead of elections.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actors, Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Kao Chia Yu, General Public, General Public Of Taiwan, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1338,"occurred_on":"2025-12-24","title":"Purported Deepfake Endorsements Reportedly Used to Promote Fraudulent Health and Investment Products in Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina","description":"Purported deepfake videos and images impersonating Montenegrin MP and surgeon Vladimir Dobričanin and other public figures were reportedly used in Facebook and Instagram ads to promote fraudulent health products and investment schemes in Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The impersonations allegedly directed users to scam websites linked to firms such as Digital Edge and Nearest Edge, reportedly causing harm while evading timely platform enforcement.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Montenegrin Public Figures, Unknown Scammers Impersonating Bosnian Public Figures, Nearest Edge, Limited Charm, Digital Edge, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Vladimir Dobricanin, Petar Ivanovic, People Seeking Medical Advice, General Public Of Montenegro, General Public Of Bosnia And Herzegovina, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Elderly Individuals, Drazen Zivkovic"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1346,"occurred_on":"2025-12-23","title":"Purported AI-Generated Videos Depicted George Will Reportedly Commenting on Trump and Supreme Court Rulings","description":"Purported AI-generated deepfake videos circulated online depicting conservative columnist George Will reportedly offering commentary on U.S. President Donald Trump and Supreme Court rulings. The videos were reportedly posted to YouTube and other platforms and used manipulated interview footage and synthetic audio to present fabricated legal claims.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actors Impersonating George Will, Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["George Will, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1318,"occurred_on":"2025-12-23","title":"School's Suspected AI-Cheating Allegation Precedes Student's Reported Suicide in Greater Noida, India","description":"A 16-year-old student in Greater Noida, India, reportedly died by suicide after being questioned by school authorities over suspected use of AI tools during a pre-board examination. The student's family alleges she was publicly reprimanded and mentally harassed following the incident, contributing to severe distress. School officials deny harassment and state disciplinary actions followed exam rules.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Student In Greater Noida, Unnamed Secondary School In Greater Noida"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Student In Greater Noida, Students In India, Students, Minors, Educational Communities"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1325,"occurred_on":"2025-12-21","title":"Reported AI-Generated Deepfake Videos Impersonating Elon Musk and Dragon’s Den Allegedly Used in Cryptocurrency Investment Scam Targeting Canadian Victims","description":"Two Canadian investors in Ontario and Prince Edward Island reportedly lost a combined $2.3 million after being deceived by purportedly AI-generated deepfake videos impersonating Elon Musk and the television program Dragon's Den. The reported videos and fabricated online dashboards allegedly persuaded the victims to transfer funds into a fraudulent cryptocurrency investment scheme that displayed fake profits and blocked withdrawals.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Elon Musk, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Resident From Prince Edward Island, Unnamed Resident From Markham Ontario, General Public Of Canada, General Public, Elon Musk, Dragon'S Den, Canadian Investors, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1388,"occurred_on":"2025-12-19","title":"Purported Deepfake Impersonating Sudha Murty Reportedly Promoted Quantum AI India Investment Scam via Spoofed News Link","description":"A purported deepfake impersonating Rajya Sabha MP and Infosys Foundation chairperson Sudha Murty circulated on social media urging viewers to click a link for \"investment opportunities.\" The link allegedly directed users to a spoofed news website intended to collect personal details and promoted a \"Quantum AI India\" investment platform. Murty publicly warned the video was AI-generated and fraudulent.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Quantum Ai Scammers, Quantum Ai, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Rajya Sabha, Sudha Murty, Quantum Ai Victims, General Public, General Public Of India, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1306,"occurred_on":"2025-12-15","title":"Florida Couple Reportedly Loses $45,000 in Alleged AI-Generated Elon Musk Impersonation Scam","description":"A Florida couple reportedly lost approximately $45,000 after scammers impersonating Elon Musk used AI-generated deepfake videos and social engineering to run a fake car giveaway and investment scheme. The victim was contacted via Facebook, moved to WhatsApp, and sent personalized videos purporting to show Musk promising prizes and returns. Believing the messages authentic, the victim transferred cash and funds before realizing no car or payout would arrive.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Elon Musk, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["George Hendricks, Unnamed Spouse Of George Hendricks, General Public, General Public Of Florida, General Public Of The United States, Epistemic Integrity, Elon Musk, Investors, Elderly Individuals, Elderly Investors"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1381,"occurred_on":"2025-12-13","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated TikTok Videos Reportedly Urged 'Polexit' Campaign, Prompting Polish Government Complaint to EU","description":"Purportedly AI-generated TikTok videos depicting young women in patriotic dress reportedly urged Poland to leave the EU (\"Polexit\") and spread widely in late December 2025. Poland's junior digital minister reportedly said the wave appeared to test narratives ahead of the 2027 election, and asked the European Commission to examine TikTok's DSA compliance. TikTok reportedly said it removed content that violated its rules.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["General Public Of Poland, Polish Voters, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1378,"occurred_on":"2025-12-09","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Video Allegedly Depicted Radnor High School Students in Pennsylvania Inappropriately, Prompting Police Investigation","description":"Radnor High School in Radnor Township, Pennsylvania, and local police reportedly investigated a purportedly AI-generated video that allegedly depicted several students \"in an inappropriate manner.\" The principal said affected families were contacted and offered support, and police were notified.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Radnor High School Student"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Radnor High School Students, Radnor High School Community, Epistemic Integrity, Students, Minors, Educational Communities"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1293,"occurred_on":"2025-12-06","title":"Purported Deepfake Impersonating Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides Reportedly Defrauded Citizens of Thousands of Euros","description":"Around December 2025, Cypriot authorities reported that scammers used a purportedly AI-generated deepfake video impersonating President Nicos Christodoulides and other officials to promote a fraudulent investment platform. The video deceived about 15 citizens, who each lost between €10,000 and €15,000. Officials warned that malicious AI impersonation schemes are increasing and that citizens currently lack effective protection.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers In Cyprus, Unknown Scammers Impersonating Nikos Christodoulides, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Nikos Christodoulides, General Public, General Public Of Cyprus, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1341,"occurred_on":"2025-12-03","title":"Purported Deepfake Advertisement Falsely Depicting Physician Endorsement Used to Sell Lipedema Cream to U.S. Patient Beth Holland","description":"A U.S. patient, Beth Holland, reported losing money after purchasing a purported lipedema treatment, Svelta Venastra, promoted through an online advertisement that allegedly used deepfake video to falsely depict endorsements by medical professionals and public figures, including her own physician, Dr. David Amron. The reported ad circulated on Facebook and misrepresented the product's efficacy, leading Holland to spend approximately $300 on a cream that did not alleviate her condition.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Beth Holland, David Amron, Oprah Winfrey, Kelly Clarkson, Carnie Wilson"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1314,"occurred_on":"2025-12-02","title":"Purported Deepfake Impersonating Doctor Allegedly Used in $200,000 Investment Scam Targeting Florida Grandmother","description":"An 82-year-old Florida woman reportedly lost approximately $200,000 after viewing a purportedly AI-generated deepfake video that impersonated a trusted doctor from the autism community and promoted an investment opportunity. According to reporting, the woman believed the investment would secure her autistic grandson's future. The impersonation allegedly enabled scammers to gain access to her banking information, resulting in substantial financial loss and significant emotional distress.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Maurine Meleck, Elderly Individuals, Elderly Investors, Investors, General Public, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1432,"occurred_on":"2025-12-02","title":"Purported Pornographic Deepfakes and Fake Accounts Reportedly Impersonated German TV Presenter and Actor Collien Fernandes","description":"Collien Fernandes, a German television presenter and actor, accused her former husband, Christian Ulmen, of carrying out a years-long online impersonation campaign that allegedly used fake accounts and AI-generated pornographic deepfakes resembling her. The allegations include sexually explicit synthetic images and videos presented as if they were hers, while Ulmen's lawyer reportedly denied the claims and said he would take legal action over the reporting.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Christian Ulmen"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Epistemic Integrity, Collien Fernandes"],"report_count":5},{"incident_id":1430,"occurred_on":"2025-12-01","title":"Anthropic's Claude Was Reportedly Jailbroken To Allegedly Help Steal Sensitive Mexican Government Data","description":"An unknown attacker reportedly jailbroke Anthropic's Claude and used it during a December 2025-January 2026 campaign against Mexican government systems. According to Gambit Security, the attacker used Claude to identify vulnerabilities and to generate exploitation scripts, which were then used to plan automated data theft. The attack reportedly contributed to theft of 150 GB of taxpayer, voter, government employee, and civil-registry data.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Cyberattacks, weapon development or use, and mass harm","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Hacker"],"developers":["Anthropic"],"harmed":["Mexican Taxpayers, Mexican Voters, Mexican Government Employees, State Government Of Tamaulipas, State Government Of Michoacan, State Government Of Jalisco, Monterrey Water And Drainage Services, Servicio De Administracion Tributaria (Sat), Instituto Nacional Electoral (Ine), Direccion General Del Registro Civil De La Ciudad De Mexico (Dgrc)"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1285,"occurred_on":"2025-11-29","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Jason Momoa Deepfake Used in Romance Scam Reportedly Defrauding British Widow of $600,000","description":"A British widow reportedly lost more than $600,000 in a romance fraud scheme that allegedly involved AI-generated deepfake videos purporting to show actor Jason Momoa. The victim reportedly sold her home and transferred funds after being led to believe the relationship was genuine.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Jason Momoa, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Victim Of Jason Momoa Deepfake Scam, General Public, General Public Of The United Kingdom, Victims Of Romance Scams, Victims Of Romance Scams In The United Kingdom"],"report_count":5},{"incident_id":1321,"occurred_on":"2025-11-27","title":"Shilpa Shetty Alleges AI-Enabled Impersonation and Misuse of Likeness in Mumbai High Court Filing","description":"Actor Shilpa Shetty reportedly filed a petition before the Bombay High Court in Mumbai in November 2025 over alleged unauthorized use of her identity in AI-generated deepfakes and manipulated media. In response, the court issued interim orders directing the removal of such content and restraining further dissemination. Shetty argues the material infringes her privacy and personality rights and sought measures to halt and remove misleading, nonconsensual depictions.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Shilpa Shetty, Scammers, Malicious Actors, Unknown Content Creators"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Shilpa Shetty, General Public Of India, General Public, Fans Of Shilpa Shetty, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1422,"occurred_on":"2025-11-27","title":"Unlabeled Purportedly AI-Generated 'Jessica Foster' Account Reportedly Posed as Pro-Trump Army Service Member to Attract Followers and Funnel Users to Paid Adult Content","description":"\"Jessica Foster\"  (@jessicaa.foster) reportedly operated as an AI-generated deception Instagram profile. A nonexistent pro-Trump military persona was presented through purportedly synthetic photos and videos without disclosure, reportedly attracting a large audience of users who often seemed to believe she was real. The account allegedly then redirected attention to paid adult-content platforms. Meta later removed the profile.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Social Media Account Operators, Jessica Foster (@Jessicaa.Foster On Instagram)"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["United States Army, Instagram Users, Followers Of Jessica Foster (@Jessicaa.Foster On Instagram), Epistemic Integrity, Donald Trump Supporters"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":1287,"occurred_on":"2025-11-26","title":"Purported Deepfake-Based Facebook Impersonation Reportedly Targets Daughter of Scot in Coma","description":"Scammers allegedly created a fake Facebook profile impersonating a Scottish woman, Teigan McMahon, raising funds for her father, who was reportedly in a coma in Turkey. The account reportedly reused her photos and posts and was described as using purportedly AI-generated or deepfake-style content to solicit donations. The impersonation forced the family to pause their legitimate fundraiser while the fake profile remained online.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Teigan Mcmahon, Peter Mcmahon, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1483,"occurred_on":"2025-11-20","title":"Facebook Account Reportedly Used AI-Generated Video to Impersonate Indonesian Preacher Ustaz Ujang Bustomi in Money-Giveaway Scam","description":"A Facebook account called \"PT perusahaan uangtunai\" reportedly shared an AI-generated video impersonating Indonesian preacher Ustaz Ujang Bustomi and allegedly claiming he was giving away money. TurnBackHoax reported that the post drew about 12,500 likes, 7,100 comments, and 422 shares by 11/21/2025, and that Hive Moderation rated the video as likely AI-generated.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Pt Perusahaan Uangtunai, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["General Public Of Indonesia, Elderly Individuals In Indonesia, Epistemic Integrity, Ustaz Ujang Bustomi, Facebook Users"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1275,"occurred_on":"2025-11-17","title":"Purportedly AI-Enhanced Phishing Campaign Allegedly Impersonates Australian Government Services in Large-Scale Welfare Scam","description":"A large-scale phishing campaign allegedly impersonating Services Australia and Centrelink reportedly sent more than 270,000 fraudulent emails in 2025. Mimecast analysts reportedly say attackers (designated MCTO3001) used AI tools to generate highly convincing government-themed messages and evasion techniques, targeting vulnerable Australians and public institutions. Victims reportedly faced risks of credential theft and downstream digital exploitation.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Mcto3001, Cybercriminals"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Medicare Of Australia Beneficiaries, Government Of Australia, General Public Of Australia, General Public, Centrelink Beneficiaries, Centrelink, Australian Welfare Recipients, Australian Businesses, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":1271,"occurred_on":"2025-11-14","title":"Purported Deepfake of Greek Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis Reportedly Used in Facebook Investment Scam","description":"Greek Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis and the Ministry of Economy and Finance reportedly filed a lawsuit against unidentified operators of a Facebook page that allegedly used AI to generate a deepfake video falsely depicting the minister endorsing fraudulent \"high-yield\" investment schemes. Authorities noted this follows similar deepfake-driven scams in Greece involving impersonation of public figures for illicit financial gain.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Kyriakos Pierrakakis, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Kyriakos Pierrakakis, Government Of Greece, Ministry Of Economy And Finance Of Greece, General Public, General Public Of Greece, Greek Investors, Investors, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1263,"occurred_on":"2025-11-13","title":"Chinese State-Linked Operator (GTG-1002) Reportedly Uses Claude Code for Autonomous Cyber Espionage","description":"Anthropic reportedly identified a cyber espionage campaign in which a purported Chinese state-linked group, designated GTG-1002 by Anthropic, allegedly jailbroke Claude Code and used it to automate 80–90% of multi-stage intrusions. The AI reportedly independently performed reconnaissance, vulnerability discovery, exploitation, credential harvesting, and data extraction across roughly 30 targets before the activity was detected and blocked.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Chinese State Sponsored Entity, State Linked Operator Using Autonomous Ai Enabled Intrusion Workflows, Gtg 1002"],"developers":["Anthropic"],"harmed":["Targets Of Autonomous Ai Enabled Intrusion Operations, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Entities Targeted By Gtg 1002"],"report_count":34},{"incident_id":1301,"occurred_on":"2025-11-11","title":"Purported AI-Generated Sexual Deepfakes Allegedly Deployed in Transnational Harassment Campaign Targeting Hong Kong Exiles","description":"Purported deepfake images of exiled Hong Kong pro-democracy activists were reportedly mailed to neighbors and others in the UK and Australia in late 2025. The letters allegedly depicted altered sexual images and false advertisements portraying activists, including Carmen Lau, as sex workers. Police described the materials as malicious communications. The incidents were described by victims and officials as an escalation of transnational harassment and intimidation.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actors, Unknown Malicious Actors, Unidentified Harassment Campaign, Suspected Transnational Repression Actors"],"developers":["Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Carmen Lau, Ted Hui, Ted Hui'S Wife, Hong Kong Pro Democracy Activists, Family Members Of Hong Kong Pro Democracy Activists, Associates Of Hong Kong Pro Democracy Activists, Neighbors Of Hong Kong Pro Democracy Activists, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1264,"occurred_on":"2025-11-10","title":"Rep. Mike Collins's Campaign Allegedly Produced Deepfake of Sen. 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Georgia Democrats criticized the deepfake as misleading, and the campaign reportedly indicated it would continue using similar AI tactics.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Mike Collins, Mike Collins'S Campaign"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Jon Ossoff, General Public, General Public Of Georgia, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1266,"occurred_on":"2025-11-10","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Sexual Images of At Least 400 Minors at Zacatecas School Were Reportedly Created and Sold Online","description":"A student at Escuela Secundaria Técnica No. 1 in Zacatecas, Mexico, allegedly used an AI image-generation system to create sexually explicit manipulated images of classmates. According to victims and parents, the student reportedly produced a catalog containing images of more than 400 minors, organized by grade and group, and distributed or sold the material online. Students reported that the perpetrator took photos around the school to use as inputs. The Fiscalía de Zacatecas opened an investig","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Student(S) From Zacatecas"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Students Of Escuela Secundaria Tecnica No. 1 In Zacatecas, Family Of Students Of Escuela Secundaria Tecnica No. 1 In Zacatecas, Epistemic Integrity, Students, High School Students, Minors, Educational Communities"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1261,"occurred_on":"2025-11-08","title":"Alleged AI-Generated Deepfake of Western Australia Premier Roger Cook Used in YouTube Investment Scam","description":"Western Australia's Consumer Protection commissioner warned of a scam using a purported AI-generated deepfake of Premier Roger Cook to promote a fraudulent investment scheme in a YouTube pop-up ad. The manipulated video reportedly uses less than 10 seconds of real footage and voice and falsely depicts Cook endorsing \"low investment, high return\" opportunities. Cook called the scam \"very scary,\" while regulators urged platforms to act on AI-driven frauds.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Roger Cook, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Roger Cook, General Public, General Public Of Australia, General Public Of Western Australia, Australian Investors, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1268,"occurred_on":"2025-11-06","title":"Meta's Automated Ad and Targeting Systems Reportedly Enabled Large-Scale Fraud Revenue","description":"Internal Meta documents reviewed by Reuters reportedly show that the company's automated ad and targeting systems generated major revenue from fraudulent ads and exposed users to billions of scam impressions daily. Enforcement was limited by internal revenue guardrails. In one example, a Royal Canadian Air Force recruiter's account was hacked and used to run a crypto scam that defrauded several colleagues after repeated reports allegedly went unanswered.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Meta"],"developers":["Meta"],"harmed":["Unnamed Royal Canadian Air Force Recruiter, Social Media Users, Meta Users, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":6},{"incident_id":1425,"occurred_on":"2025-11-05","title":"'Citizens Against Mamdani' Accounts Reportedly Posted AI-Generated Videos of Fictional New Yorkers to Simulate Political Opposition","description":"In New York, linked \"Citizens Against Mamdani\" accounts reportedly posted AI-generated videos of fictional constituents criticizing then-mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani across Instagram, TikTok, and X. Some videos reportedly displayed a visible Sora watermark, and forensic reviewers reportedly assessed at least one clip as highly likely to be a deepfake. The campaign reportedly appeared to simulate grassroots opposition and drew substantial engagement.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Social Media Account Operators, Information Manipulation Actors, Citizens Against Mamdani Social Media Accounts, Citizens Against Mamdani, Information Manipulation Actors Targeting Zohran Mamdani"],"developers":["Openai, Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Zohran Mamdani, Voters In New York, General Public Of New York, Epistemic Integrity, American Social Media Users, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1420,"occurred_on":"2025-10-28","title":"Balázs Orbán Allegedly Published Purported Deepfake of Péter Magyar Claiming He Would Cut Pensions","description":"In Hungary, opposition leader Péter Magyar alleged that Viktor Orbán aide Balázs Orbán published an unlabeled deepfake video on Facebook reportedly depicting Magyar as saying he would cut and tax pensions ahead of the 2026 parliamentary election. Magyar reportedly said he would file a criminal complaint and described the video as defamatory.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Balazs Orban"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Peter Magyar, Voters In Hungary, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1290,"occurred_on":"2025-10-27","title":"Alleged Fabricated News Sites and Deepfakes Impersonated Maltese Ministers, Financial Experts, and Media to Promote NethertoxAGENT Fraud","description":"Purportedly AI-generated deepfake videos and fabricated news pages impersonating Maltese ministers, journalists, financial experts, and major media outlets reportedly promoted the fraudulent \"NethertoxAGENT\" investment platform. The scam used synthetic interviews, cloned branding, and falsified testimonials to mislead social media users, reportedly inducing financial losses and prompting law enforcement concern in Malta.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Nethertoxagent Scammers, Scammers In Malta"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Tvm, Times Of Malta, Silvio Schembri, Rosianne Cutajar, Roberta Metsola, Robert Abela, Newsbook, Michael C. 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Fraudsters allegedly used fabricated videos and profiles of well-known finance figures such as journalist Gabriel Mellqvist and investor Günter Mårder to promote false stock tips in pump-and-dump schemes.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Pump And Dump Scammers, Unknown Scammers Impersonating Gabriel Mellqvist, Unknown Scammers Impersonating Gunter Marder, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Gunter Marder, Gabriel Mellqvist, Swedish Investors, General Public Of Sweden, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":1384,"occurred_on":"2025-10-23","title":"Purported Deepfake Video Impersonating Elton John Reportedly Induced Northeast Ohio Man to Authorize $20,000 in Scam Charges","description":"A Northeast Ohio man (\"Ray,\" pseudonym) was allegedly lured by a social-media deepfake video impersonating Elton John into a \"push button\" scam promising easy income from an online store. Ray reportedly said he was directed by purported \"representatives\" to open accounts and credit cards, after which charges accumulated to about $20,000. He later reported one card credited $9,400.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Elton John, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Northeast Ohio Man \"Ray\", General Public, Elton John, Elton John Fans, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1258,"occurred_on":"2025-10-22","title":"Purported Deepfake Mimicking RTÉ Broadcast Falsely Announced Irish Presidential Candidate Catherine Connolly's Withdrawal","description":"A purported deepfake video circulated online that is alleged to have falsely depicted Irish presidential candidate Catherine Connolly announcing her withdrawal from the race. The clip reportedly mimicked an RTÉ news broadcast and spread across social media before being reported to the Electoral Commission. Connolly reportedly condemned the video as a malicious attempt to mislead voters and undermine democratic trust.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Malicious Actors Impersonating Catherine Connolly, Unknown Malicious Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Voters In Ireland, Rte, General Public Of Ireland, Epistemic Integrity, Catherine Connolly, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1249,"occurred_on":"2025-10-21","title":"Virginia Candidate John Reid Reportedly Used AI-Generated Deepfake of Opponent Ghazala Hashmi in Simulated Political Debate","description":"Republican Virginia lieutenant governor candidate John Reid reportedly held a 40-minute mock debate against a purportedly AI-generated version of Democratic opponent Sen. Ghazala Hashmi. The bot reportedly mimicked her voice and synthesized responses trained on her public statements. Hashmi's campaign denounced the nonconsensual likeness as a \"shoddy gimmick.\" ","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["John Reid"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Ghazala Hashmi, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1233,"occurred_on":"2025-10-18","title":"Purported Deepfake Video Allegedly Shows Conservative MP George Freeman Leaving Party for Reform UK","description":"A purported AI-generated deepfake video circulated online falsely depicting UK Conservative MP George Freeman announcing his defection to the Reform UK party. The fabricated clip, which mimicked Freeman’s likeness and voice without his knowledge or consent, included statements critical of the Conservatives and was widely shared on social media. Freeman denounced the video as disinformation, reported it to police, and warned that such synthetic media pose serious risks to democratic processes.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actor Impersonating George Freeman"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["George Freeman, Conservative Party (Uk), Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1231,"occurred_on":"2025-10-17","title":"Purported AI-Generated Deepfake Video Reportedly Depicts Senator Chuck Schumer Endorsing Government Shutdown in NRSC Campaign Ad","description":"The National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) allegedly released a 30-second campaign ad featuring a purported deepfake video of Senator Chuck Schumer repeatedly saying, \"Every day gets better for us,\" implying enthusiasm for a government shutdown. While the video reportedly was marked as AI-generated, it was widely circulated on social media and drew criticism from journalists and researchers, who warned it could mislead voters and erode trust in authentic political communication.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["National Republican Senatorial Committee (Nrsc)"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Chuck Schumer, Democratic Party, General Public, General Public Of The United States, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1241,"occurred_on":"2025-10-17","title":"Purported AI-Generated Video Reportedly Used in RM5,800 (~$1,400) Sextortion Attempt Targeting Malaysian Minor via Telegram","description":"A Malaysian family reported that scammers used purported AI-generated explicit video content to target their teenage son in a sextortion attempt. The perpetrators allegedly contacted the boy via Telegram, sending manipulated footage that depicted him in compromising situations and demanding RM5,800 (~$1,400) to prevent its release. The family alerted authorities and warned others about the growing use of generative AI in targeting minors.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Sextortionists, Unknown Criminal Actors Operating On Telegram, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Malaysian Minor In Sextortion Attempt, Family Of Unnamed Malaysian Minor In Sextortion Attempt, General Public Of Malaysia"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1270,"occurred_on":"2025-10-15","title":"Multiple Purported AI-Assisted Cheating Incidents Reported Across South Korea's SKY Universities During October 2025 Midterms","description":"Reports from South Korea's SKY universities indicate multiple AI-assisted cheating incidents during the October 2025 midterms. At Yonsei, dozens reportedly used ChatGPT and other tools despite bans in an Oct. 15 online exam. Korea University and Seoul National reportedly found students using AI or sharing answers via group chats, prompting punitive sanctions across the institutions. 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The reported manipulated images, produced without consent using deepfake tools, prompted school involvement and a criminal probe under new state laws banning such content.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actor(S) Creating Deepfake Nudes Of Sydney High School Students, Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Sydney High School Students, Families Of Unnamed Sydney High School Students, Students, Minors, Educational Communities"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1238,"occurred_on":"2025-10-10","title":"OpenAI ChatGPT Models Reportedly Jailbroken to Provide Chemical, Biological, and Nuclear Weapons Instructions","description":"An NBC News investigation found that OpenAI's language models o4-mini, GPT-5-mini, oss-20b, and oss-120b could be jailbroken under normal usage conditions to bypass safety guardrails and generate detailed instructions for creating chemical, biological, and nuclear weapons. Using a publicly documented jailbreak prompt, reporters repeatedly elicited hazardous outputs such as steps to synthesize pathogens or maximize harm with chemical agents. The findings reportedly revealed significant real-world","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Cyberattacks, weapon development or use, and mass harm","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Openai"],"developers":["Openai"],"harmed":["Public Safety, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, General Public"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1348,"occurred_on":"2025-10-07","title":"Purported Deepfake Explicit Images of Middle School Students Allegedly Created and Circulated Using Mobile App in Goffstown, New Hampshire","description":"In Goffstown, New Hampshire, unnamed eighth-grade boys at Mountain View Middle School allegedly used an AI-enabled app to create and circulate sexualized deepfake images and videos depicting female classmates.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Students At Mountain View Middle School, Boys, Students"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Students At Mountain View Middle School, Students, Minors, Middle School Students, Families Of Unnamed Students At Mountain View Middle School, Epistemic Integrity, Educational Communities"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1479,"occurred_on":"2025-10-07","title":"ChatGPT-Generated Image of Nonexistent 'Homeless Man' Was Used in False St. Petersburg, Florida Burglary and Sexual Battery Reports","description":"A St. Petersburg, Florida woman, Brooke Schinault, used a ChatGPT-generated image of a nonexistent man while falsely reporting that he broke into her home and sexually battered her. Police said the image resembled a viral \"AI homeless man\" prank and was found in a deleted folder dated before the alleged attack. The report prompted officers, rescue personnel, a detective, and forensic DNA collection. She later pleaded no contest and was adjudged guilty of misdemeanor false reporting.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Brooke Schinault"],"developers":["Openai"],"harmed":["St. Petersburg Police Department, Police Departments, People Needing Emergency Services, Epistemic Integrity, Emergency Responders"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1226,"occurred_on":"2025-10-03","title":"Old Mutual Reportedly Warns of Purported Deepfake Videos Impersonating Chairman Trevor Manuel in Investment Scams","description":"Old Mutual of South Africa reportedly warned of purported deepfake videos impersonating its chairman, former finance minister Trevor Manuel, promoting fake investment schemes on social media. The purported AI-generated videos used his likeness and cloned voice to solicit funds, prompting a public statement from Manuel denying involvement.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Trevor Manuel, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Trevor Manuel, Old Mutual, Investors, General Public Of South Africa, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1225,"occurred_on":"2025-10-03","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated 'Home Invasion Prank' Images Reportedly Circulate in Ireland, Causing Panic and False Emergency Calls","description":"Irish police (Garda Síochána) reportedly issued a public warning after a viral \"home invasion\" prank spread on social media. The prank allegedly uses AI image-generation filters to insert a fake intruder into photos of family homes and send them to relatives, often elderly, claiming someone has broken in. The hoax reportedly caused panic and distress, and multiple false 999 calls diverted Garda resources, prompting an official appeal to stop the trend.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Pranksters In Ireland, Unknown Pranksters"],"developers":["Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["General Public Of Ireland, Garda Siochana, Elderly Individuals"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1224,"occurred_on":"2025-10-01","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Deepfake Ads on Instagram Impersonate Gisele Bündchen and Other Celebrities in Brazilian Fraud Scheme","description":"Police in Brazil reportedly arrested four suspects accused of using purportedly AI-generated deepfake videos of model Gisele Bündchen and other celebrities in Instagram ads to promote fake giveaways and skincare products. The scheme was allegedly active since at least August 2024 and generated over 20 million reais ($3.9 million) in suspicious funds. Victims allegedly lost small amounts that often went unreported, creating what investigators called \"statistical immunity.\"","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Scammers In Brazil, Money Launderers"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Meta, Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Media Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Sabrina Sato, Maisa Silva, Juliette Freire Feitosa, Gisele Bundchen, General Public Of Brazil, Brazilian Consumers Defrauded Via Instagram Ads, Angelica Huck, General Public"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1223,"occurred_on":"2025-10-01","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Deepfake Ads on Facebook Reportedly Impersonate Trump, Musk, Ocasio-Cortez, Warren, Sanders, and Leavitt to Promote Fraudulent Rebates","description":"A Tech Transparency Project investigation identified purportedly AI-generated deepfake ads on Facebook impersonating President Trump, Elon Musk, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Senators Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders, and Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. The ads allegedly promoted fake $5,000 government rebates and similar scams, reportedly misleading users and generating ad revenue for Meta before removal.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Operating Meta Ad Accounts, Senior Health Daily Usa (Advertiser), Rfy News Group (Advertiser Network), Relief Eligibility Center (Advertiser), Meta, I Love My Freedom (Advertiser), Health Benefits For Seniors (Advertiser), Hannah Grace (Advertiser), Get Covered Today (Advertiser), Freedom Asset Advocates (Advertiser), End The Wokeness (Advertiser), Asking America (Advertiser), American Relief Programs (Scam Network), Scammers"],"developers":["Meta, Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Public Trust, Meta Users, Karoline Leavitt, Instagram Users, General Public, Facebook Users, Epistemic Integrity, Elon Musk, Elizabeth Warren, Elderly Individuals, Donald Trump, Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio Cortez"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1486,"occurred_on":"2025-10-01","title":"AI-Themed Investment Scam Network Reportedly Used Keitaro Cloaking Across 15,500 Domains","description":"Researchers reported that threat actors abused Keitaro Tracker infrastructure to cloak and route AI-themed investment scams across about 15,500 domains. The campaigns allegedly used AI-trading claims, deepfake videos or imagery, generative AI-produced copy and visuals, spoofed news pages, and fraudulent trading platforms to target potential victims while hiding scam content from scanners and reviewers.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Faikast, Unknown Operators Of Malicious Keitaro Infrastructure, Scammers, Unknown Cryptocurrency Scammers, Quantum Ai, Quantum Ai Scammers, Investment Scam Operators"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers, Synthetic Video Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Cryptocurrency Investors, Cryptocurrency Scam Victims, Social Media Users, Epistemic Integrity, News Consumers, Impersonated Public Figures, General Public, Victims Of Investment Scams"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1283,"occurred_on":"2025-09-30","title":"Purported AI-Enabled Pro-Russian Influence Campaign Centered on Burkina Faso's Ibrahim Traoré and Disseminated Across African Media","description":"Reports describe a purported AI-enabled influence and disinformation campaign centered on Burkina Faso's junta leader Ibrahim Traoré. Dozens of purported AI-generated or AI-manipulated videos, allegedly produced by groups such as Black Rebellion and Univers Inspirant, have circulated widely across African media promoting pro-Traoré and pro-Russian narratives, with similar synthetic content appearing during regional conflicts and political events.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Wagner Group, Univers Inspirant, Pro Kremlin Actors, Pro Ibrahim Traore Information Ecosystem, Government Of Russia, Black Rebellion, Africa Corps, Pro Russian Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Journalists, General Public Of Sudan, General Public Of Niger, General Public Of Mali, General Public Of Burkina Faso, General Public Of African Nations, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, General Public Of West Africa, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1214,"occurred_on":"2025-09-29","title":"Donald Trump Reportedly Posts Purported AI-Modified Video of Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries During U.S. Government Shutdown Talks","description":"President Donald Trump reportedly posted a purportedly AI-modified video on Truth Social depicting Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer making fabricated statements and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries in a sombrero. Critics, including Jeffries and Rep. Ro Khanna, reportedly condemned the video as racist and misleading during budget negotiations over a looming government shutdown. The AI tool used for modification has not been identified.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Donald Trump"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Presidential Norms, Hakeem Jeffries, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity, Chuck Schumer"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1229,"occurred_on":"2025-09-26","title":"Gold Coast Man Reportedly Ordered to Pay $343,500 After Posting Purported Deepfake Pornographic Images of Australian Public Figures","description":"In a first-of-its-kind case under Australia's Online Safety Act, the Federal Court ordered Anthony Rotondo to pay $343,500 plus costs for creating and sharing nonconsensual deepfake pornographic images of prominent Australian women on MrDeepFakes.com. After reportedly receiving a removal notice in 2023, Rotondo defied authorities, emailed the images to dozens of recipients, and was later found in contempt. The images were reportedly taken down after he provided account access to investigators.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","MrDeepFakes.com","Deepfake creators","Anthony Rotondo"],"developers":["Synthetic video generation technology developers","Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Women","Public figures","Prominent Australian women","General public of Australia","General public","Epistemic integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1435,"occurred_on":"2025-09-18","title":"Purportedly AI-Edited Obscene Clip Reportedly Impersonated Thai Actor Khunnapat Pichetworawut in Paid Scam","description":"Thai actor Khunnapat Pichetworawut reportedly said scammers used AI to edit his face and private chat images into an obscene video purportedly presented as a leaked clip of him and sold access through private groups for about 800–1,000 baht. Reports say the material circulated on X.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Khunnapat Pichetworawut, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Khunnapat Pichetworawut, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1215,"occurred_on":"2025-09-12","title":"Gaggle Alert Reportedly Leads to Arrest of 15-Year-Old in Volusia County, Florida, for School Threat the Student Claimed Was Not Serious","description":"A 15-year-old student in Volusia County, Florida, was reportedly detained after the Gaggle student monitoring system flagged a written shooting threat on a school-issued laptop. The student reportedly claims the threat was not serious. The alert reportedly led to the student's arrest on felony charges. The system appeared to operate as designed but reportedly resulted in criminal enforcement against a minor.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Volusia County Sheriff's Office","Volusia County Schools","Gaggle"],"developers":["Gaggle"],"harmed":["Unnamed 15-year-old student at Deltona High School","Students","Privacy","Minors","Educational communities"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1207,"occurred_on":"2025-09-11","title":"Purported AI-Generated Deepfake of Irish Fine Gael Presidential Candidate Heather Humphreys Used in Fake Investment Videos on Meta Platforms","description":"Purported deepfake videos reportedly circulated on Meta platforms cloning Irish Fine Gael presidential candidate Heather Humphreys to allegedly portray her endorsing high-return investment schemes. The purportedly AI-generated image and voice cloning aimed to exploit public trust and lure consumers into fraud. The Bank of Ireland warned of further scams and risks.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Heather Humphreys, Quantum Ai, Quantum Ai Scammers, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Heather Humphreys, General Public Of Ireland, Fine Gael, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1202,"occurred_on":"2025-09-07","title":"Russian Disinformation Campaign Reportedly Used AI-Generated Posts and Videos to Target 2025 Moldovan Parliamentary Elections","description":"Researchers and European officials reported that Russian operatives have been using purportedly AI-generated posts, videos, and websites to influence Moldova's September 2025 parliamentary elections. Networks of over 900 accounts across TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Telegram, and YouTube have reportedly spread fabricated narratives, including reportedly misogynistic and false smears of President Maia Sandu.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Storm 1679, Storm 1516, Russian State Linked Actors, Matryoshka, Influence Operation Groups, Information Manipulation Actors, Pro Russian Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Large Language Model Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Moldovan Voters, Moldovan Democratic Institutions, Maia Sandu, General Public Of Moldova, General Public, European Union, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1366,"occurred_on":"2025-09-04","title":"Philippines Senate Hearing Featured Reports of Purported AI-Generated Deepfake Pornography Targeting Actress Angel Aquino and Content Creator Queen Hera's Daughter","description":"In Manila, actress Angel Aquino reportedly said in a hearing how AI-generated deepfake porn video unlawfully used her face. She reportedly testified at a Senate hearing led by Sen. Risa Hontiveros and urged punishment for creators and those sharing the purported deepfakes. Influencer Queen Hera also reported a deepfake image of her daughter on the dark web; tools and perpetrators were reportedly not identified.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic video generation technology developers","Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Women","Victims of non-consensual deepfakes","Victims of deepfake child abuse","Victims of deepfake abuse","Queen Hera's daughter","Queen Hera","Privacy"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1195,"occurred_on":"2025-09-01","title":"Nigeria-Based YouTube Network Allegedly Uses AI Voiceovers and Anchors to Amplify Pro-Kremlin Narratives","description":"A network of five Nigeria-based YouTube channels reportedly drew millions of views while purportedly amplifying Kremlin-aligned narratives. The channels allegedly used AI-generated anchors and synthetic voiceovers to present repurposed interviews with pro-Russian commentators Scott Ritter and Douglas Macgregor. Attribution of the network's motives and funding remains uncertain, with reported possibilities ranging from freelance monetization to proxy involvement in influence operations.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unverified Kremlin Proxy Involvement, Possible Third Party Contractors, Nigerian Youtube Network Operators (A B C), @Peace Crusader Youtube Channel, @Gloryincombat Youtube Channel, @Freshinfoinsight Youtube Channel, @Daddymaxwell77 Youtube Channel, @Conflictcompas Youtube Channel"],"developers":["Unknown Ai Generated Avataranchor Technology Developer, Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Youtube Viewers, Youtube'S Platform, United States, Ukraine, Israel, General Public, European Union, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1255,"occurred_on":"2025-08-28","title":"Purported Deepfake Reportedly Circulated on Facebook Impersonating Thai PBS World Anchors and Business Figures to Solicit Investments","description":"A purported deepfake video circulating on Facebook allegedly used AI-generated visuals and voice synthesis to impersonate Thai PBS World anchors and prominent business figures, promoting a fraudulent \"Crystallum AI\" investment promising fivefold returns. The original clip was reportedly traced to a 2013 NHK report, but it misused logos and likenesses.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Crystallum Ai, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Toss Chirathivat, Thai Social Media Users, Thai Pbs World, Thai Investors, Thai Chamber Of Commerce, Patchari Raksawong, Kalin Sarasin, General Public Of Thailand, Central Group (Thailand), Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1201,"occurred_on":"2025-08-27","title":"Anthropic Reportedly Identifies AI Misuse in Extortion Campaigns, North Korean IT Schemes, and Ransomware Sales","description":"In August 2025, Anthropic published a threat intelligence report detailing multiple misuse cases of its Claude models. Documented abuses included a large-scale extortion campaign using Claude Code against at least 17 organizations, fraudulent remote employment schemes linked to North Korean operatives, and the development and sale of AI-generated ransomware. Anthropic banned the accounts, implemented new safeguards, and shared indicators with authorities.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Cyberattacks, weapon development or use, and mass harm","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Ransomware As A Service Actors, North Korean It Operatives, Government Of North Korea, Cybercriminals"],"developers":["Anthropic"],"harmed":["Religious Institutions, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Healthcare Organizations, Government Agencies, General Public, Fortune 500 Technology Companies, Epistemic Integrity, Emergency Services, Consumers Targeted By Ransomware"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1315,"occurred_on":"2025-08-26","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Nude Images of Middle School Students Reportedly Circulated at Louisiana School","description":"Purportedly AI-generated sexually explicit images depicting a 13-year-old student and other middle school students were reportedly created and circulated at a Louisiana school. The images were shared via social media and shown to students on campus, resulting in ongoing harassment and psychological harm. After the images were displayed on a school bus, the affected student became involved in a physical altercation and was expelled.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Students At Sixth Ward Middle School"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Students At Sixth Ward Middle School, Families Of Students At Sixth Ward Middle School, Students, Middle School Students, Educational Communities, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1372,"occurred_on":"2025-08-26","title":"Houston Gun Store Co-Owner Allegedly Used AI to Create Sexually Explicit Deepfake Images of a Social Media Influencer","description":"A Houston man and gun-store co-owner, Jorge Abrego, was reportedly arrested after investigators alleged he created fake social media accounts impersonating a TikTok influencer and produced nonconsensual sexually explicit media depicting her using purported generative AI image editing tools. The victim reported anxiety, humiliation, reputational damage, and financial loss. Court records say Abrego admitted creating the accounts and images.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Jorge Abrego"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Tiktok Influencer, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1203,"occurred_on":"2025-08-21","title":"Carter County, Montana Man Reportedly Charged for Creating AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Material","description":"Prosecutors in Montana reportedly charged Shy Herbert McCutchan with felony counts of sexual abuse of children, alleging he used an AI tool to manipulate images of a local child. Authorities said the purportedly AI-altered material was discovered through cloud backups linked to his accounts. The case is among the first in Montana to apply new laws targeting AI-generated or manipulated child sexual abuse content.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Shy Herbert Mccutchan"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Montana Child, Unnamed Family Of Montana Child, Minors, General Public Of Montana, General Public"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1189,"occurred_on":"2025-08-20","title":"Joann Fabrics Shoppers Reportedly Defrauded by AI-Generated Scam Sites, Part of Purported Wave of ~100,000 Fake Domains Across 194 Brands","description":"Consumers were allegedly defrauded by AI-generated scam websites impersonating Joann Fabrics following the retailer's bankruptcy. The alleged impostor sites reportedly used Joann's branding to steal credit card details and personal data and leaving victims without products. Cybersecurity firm Netcraft estimated that nearly 100,000 domains created with AI tools were impersonating 194 brands, accounting for a reported 6–7% of global phishing activity.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Cybercriminals, Scammers"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Consumers, Shoppers, Customers, General Public, Joann'S Fabrics, Companies Whose Domains And Websites Are Impersonated By Scammers"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1185,"occurred_on":"2025-08-19","title":"South Korean Actor Kim Seon-ho's Likeness Allegedly Misused in Purported Deepfake Impersonation Attempts Demanding Money","description":"Fantagio Entertainment, the agency of actor Kim Seon-ho, reportedly warned of recent impersonation scams and purported deepfake videos allegedly misusing his likeness and demanding money. The agency stated that neither Kim nor his staff would solicit funds or personal information, and pledged legal action. 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Victims were allegedly urged to buy low-value foreign shares to inflate prices, then defrauded through a follow-on \"recovery\" scam.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating New Zealand Business Leaders, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Investors, Impersonated New Zealand Business Leaders, General Public Of New Zealand, General Public"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1187,"occurred_on":"2025-08-15","title":"Google AI Overviews and ChatGPT Reportedly Cited Fraudulent Cruise Hotline, Allegedly Enabling Successful Scam","description":"Google's AI Overviews allegedly surfaced a fraudulent customer service number for Royal Caribbean. Consumer Alex Rivlin reportedly called the number, spoke with an impostor, and provided his credit card, later incurring $768 in fraudulent charges. The same number reportedly appeared in ChatGPT results and was linked to Disney and Princess cruises, purportedly showing how scammers are manipulating AI outputs to amplify longstanding hotline scams.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Royal Caribbean, Unknown Scammers Impersonating Disney Cruise Line, Unknown Scammers Impersonating Princess Cruises, Scammers"],"developers":["Google, Openai"],"harmed":["Alex Rivlin, Royal Caribbean, Royal Caribbean Customers, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Cruise Line Customers, Princess Cruises, Princess Cruises Customers, General Public"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1408,"occurred_on":"2025-08-12","title":"Purported Oprah Deepfake Reportedly Induced Utah Woman to Buy Misrepresented Weight Loss Supplements","description":"A Utah woman, Lisa Swearingen, reported paying more than $400 for weight loss supplements after seeing online ads featuring a purported Oprah Winfrey deepfake endorsement. When the product arrived, she said its primary ingredient was turmeric rather than the advertised formula.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Prozenith, Unknown Advertisers, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Lisa Swearingen, Oprah Winfrey, People Seeking Medical Advice, People Seeking Weight Loss Supplements, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1397,"occurred_on":"2025-08-11","title":"Deepfakes Reportedly Impersonated David Taylor-Robinson and Other UK Health Experts to Promote Wellness Nest Supplements","description":"In the UK, purported deepfake videos reportedly impersonated Professor David Taylor-Robinson and other health experts on TikTok and other platforms to promote supplements linked to Wellness Nest. The videos allegedly altered real footage and cloned voices to spread misleading medical claims about menopause, misuse identifiable individuals' likenesses, and expose viewers seeking health advice to health misinformation and deceptive marketing.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Scammers impersonating David Taylor-Robinson","Scammers","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic audio generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women seeking menopause advice","Women and girls","Women","Victims of impersonation scams","People seeking medical advice","Epistemic integrity","David Taylor-Robinson"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1165,"occurred_on":"2025-08-05","title":"Grok Imagine Reportedly Produces Nonconsensual Taylor Swift Deepfake Nudes Without Explicit Prompting","description":"The Verge reported that xAI's Grok Imagine video generator allegedly produced nonconsensual deepfake nudes of Taylor Swift without explicit prompting. Journalist Jess Weatherbed reportedly stated the images appeared the first time she used \"spicy\" mode on a Coachella-themed prompt, without attempting to circumvent safeguards.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Xai"],"developers":["Xai"],"harmed":["Taylor Swift, Jess Weatherbed, Grok Imagine Users"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1168,"occurred_on":"2025-08-04","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Image of British Army Colonels Captured in Ukraine Reportedly Circulates in Russian Media","description":"Purported Russian-aligned outlet EADaily published an unverified claim that two British Army colonels had been captured in Ukraine, supported by a reportedly AI-generated image that contained visual and textual anomalies, and the named individuals (\"Edward Blake\" and \"Richard Carroll\") reportedly do not appear in UK military records. No credible evidence reportedly supports the claim; it was allegedly amplified by aligned websites and political figures as part of a disinformation pattern.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Russian Aligned Actors, Eadaily, Misinformation Spreaders, Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Relations Between The United Kingdom And Russia, General Public Of Ukraine, General Public Of Russia, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Journalistic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1237,"occurred_on":"2025-08-04","title":"Alleged Deepfake Video of Anthony Albanese Promotes Fake AUFIRST 'Tax Dividend' Trading Platform","description":"Purported deepfake videos of Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, featuring a synthetic voice with an American accent, were reportedly used in scam advertisements on YouTube in mid-2025. They reportedly claimed that Australians could earn thousands per month through an automated cryptocurrency trading platform called AUFIRST, framed as a government \"tax dividend.\" Viewers were reportedly directed to a fraudulent site and urged to invest $400.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Aufirst Platform Scam Operators, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Anthony Albanese, General Public Of Australia, Investors, Australian Investors"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1161,"occurred_on":"2025-08-02","title":"Airbnb Host Reportedly Accused of Using Purportedly AI‑Altered Photos in False Damage Claim","description":"A London-based Airbnb guest was reportedly accused by a New York host of causing over £12,000 in damages. The host reportedly submitted photos of the alleged damage, which the guest reportedly claims were digitally manipulated or possibly AI‑generated. Airbnb is reported to have initially sided with the host, ordering payment, but later refunded the guest in full following an appeal.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Airbnb Host"],"developers":["Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Airbnb Guest, Airbnb Customers"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1288,"occurred_on":"2025-08-01","title":"Purported Deepfake Video and Fake News Articles Allegedly Used to Impersonate Guernsey's Chief Minister in Investment Scam","description":"Scammers allegedly used AI-generated deepfake video, fabricated images, and fake local news articles to impersonate Guernsey Chief Minister Lindsay de Sausmarez and promote a non-existent investment scheme. Authorities reportedly warned that the materials falsely depict her endorsing the opportunity. Police advised residents to disregard the posts and avoid providing personal or financial information.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Lindsay De Sausmarez, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Lindsay De Sausmarez, General Public, General Public Of Guernsey, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1289,"occurred_on":"2025-07-28","title":"Malta's Prime Minister Robert Abela Reportedly Deepfaked by a Ukrainian National in Cryptocurrency Fraud Targeting Local Residents","description":"A 24-year-old Ukrainian woman, Kateryna Izotkina, was reportedly arrested in Malta after allegedly using an AI-generated deepfake video of Prime Minister Robert Abela to promote a fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme. According to investigators, victims were misled into transferring tens of thousands of euros, including one who reportedly lost €53,250. Police conducted a controlled delivery and detained the suspect, who has been charged with fraud, money laundering, and related offenses.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Maria Lipinski, Kateryna Izotkina, Money Launderers, Scammers, Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Media Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Robert Abela, Investors In Malta, Investors, General Public Of Malta, General Public, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1150,"occurred_on":"2025-07-20","title":"Purported Deepfake of Barack Obama's Detention Reportedly Amplified by Donald Trump via Truth Social","description":"Donald Trump reportedly reposted an AI-generated deepfake video on Truth Social depicting former President Barack Obama being arrested by FBI agents in the Oval Office. The video was reportedly posted first on TikTok and used manipulated footage of a 2016 meeting between Trump and Obama. It reportedly included scenes of Obama kneeling, being handcuffed, and later shown in a prison jumpsuit. The video also reportedly featured edited audio and visual elements drawn from real political statements.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Tiktok User, Donald Trump"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Barack Obama, Office Of The President Of The United States, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1208,"occurred_on":"2025-07-17","title":"North Korea's Kimsuky Group Reportedly Uses AI-Generated Military ID Deepfakes in Phishing Campaign","description":"Genians reported a phishing campaign by North Korea's Kimsuky group using purportedly AI-generated deepfake military ID cards. Emails reportedly impersonating South Korean defense institutions carried ZIP files with forged IDs whose photos were reportedly created using generative AI. When opened, hidden malware reportedly executed, downloading scripts disguised as Hancom Office updates. This reportedly marked an evolution in Kimsuky's tactics, using AI decoys to boost social engineering.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Velvet Chollima, Thallium, Reconnaissance General Bureau, Kimsuky Group, Group 0094, Emerald Sleet, Black Banshee, Apt43, Government Of North Korea"],"developers":["Openai"],"harmed":["South Korean Defense Personnel, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Government Of South Korea, General Public Of South Korea, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":6},{"incident_id":1455,"occurred_on":"2025-07-15","title":"Purported Deepfake Videos Allegedly Impersonated Optometrist Joseph Allen to Promote Myopia-Reversal Eyedrops on TikTok","description":"Optometrist and online educator Joseph Allen (\"Dr. Eye Health\") reported that AI-generated videos using his likeness and voice were circulated on TikTok to promote eyedrops purportedly claiming to reverse myopia. The alleged scam misrepresented Allen's views and discouraged visits to eye-care professionals. They reportedly resurfaced after a takedown. ","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["People Seeking Medical Advice, Joseph Allen, Followers Of Dr. Eye Health, Epistemic Integrity, Dr. Eye Health"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1147,"occurred_on":"2025-07-14","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Videos Impersonate Brunei Police in 'Real Money Magic' Scam on Social Media","description":"The Royal Brunei Police Force issued a public warning about purportedly AI-generated deepfake videos impersonating police officers on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram. The videos allegedly promote a fraudulent investment scheme known as \"Real Money Magic,\" reportedly claiming guaranteed financial returns. Authorities report that scammers use synthetic video and audio to gain victims' trust and induce money transfers. The scam has not been linked to any official institutions.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Targeting The Royal Brunei Police Force, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Royal Brunei Police Force, General Public Of Brunei"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1391,"occurred_on":"2025-07-12","title":"Azerbaijani Media Agency Reportedly Warned Purported Deepfake Videos Attributed to Defense and Foreign Ministers Claimed Belarusian Plane Was Downed in Russian Airspace","description":"Azerbaijan's Media Development Agency reported that purportedly AI-generated deepfake videos circulated on social media appearing to show statements by Azerbaijan's defense and foreign ministers (Zakir Hasanov and Jeyhun Bayramov, respectively) about the alleged downing of a Belarusian aircraft in Russian airspace. The agency reportedly denied the videos were authentic and called them an information manipulation effort aimed at misleading public opinion.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Zakir Hasanov, Jeyhun Bayramov, Government Of Azerbaijan, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1148,"occurred_on":"2025-07-11","title":"Purported Deepfake Scam Videos Depict JG Summit Holdings President and CEO Lance Gokongwei Allegedly Endorsing Illicit Investments","description":"The Securities and Exchange Commission of the Philippines reportedly warned of deepfake scam videos and audio purportedly depicting Lance Gokongwei, President and CEO of JG Summit Holdings, endorsing fraudulent crypto and forex investments. Victims are reportedly tricked into entering credit card details and OTPs on a platform allegedly based in Cyprus.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Lance Gokongwei, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Lance Gokongwei, Jg Summit Holdings, General Public Of The Philippines"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1220,"occurred_on":"2025-07-10","title":"LAMEHUG Malware Reportedly Integrates Large Language Model for Real-Time Command Generation in a Purported APT28-Linked Cyberattack","description":"Ukraine's CERT-UA and Cato CTRL reported LAMEHUG, the first known malware to integrate a large language model (Qwen2.5-Coder-32B-Instruct via Hugging Face) for real-time command generation. Attributed with moderate confidence to APT28 (Fancy Bear), the malware reportedly targeted Ukrainian officials through phishing emails. The LLM is reported to have dynamically generated reconnaissance and data-exfiltration commands executed on infected systems.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Cyberattacks, weapon development or use, and mass harm","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Fancy Bear, Apt28"],"developers":["Hugging Face, Alibaba"],"harmed":["Ukrainian Government Officials, Ukrainian Government Ministries, State Institutions Targeted By Espionage Operations, Public Sector Information Systems, National Cybersecurity Infrastructure Of Ukraine, Government Of Ukraine, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1217,"occurred_on":"2025-07-09","title":"Purportedly AI-Cloned Voice of Daughter Used in Elaborate Bond Scam Targeting Retired Couple in Hillsborough County, Florida","description":"A Hillsborough County, Florida, woman was reportedly defrauded of $15,000 in an alleged AI-enabled scam. The perpetrators are reportedly said to have used an AI-generated voice clone of the woman's daughter to impersonate her during a phone call and demand bond money.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammer Impersonating The Daughter Of Sharon Brightwell, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Sharon Brightwell, Unnamed Daughter Of Sharon Brightwell"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1153,"occurred_on":"2025-07-07","title":"Purported Deepfake Video of Donald Trump at NATO Summit Allegedly Used in YouTube Crypto Scam","description":"Multiple YouTube Live streams reportedly featured a purported AI‑generated deepfake video depicting U.S. President Donald Trump at a NATO Summit press event. In the video, Trump reportedly appears to promote a Bitcoin \"double-your-money\" offer, directing viewers to scan an on‑screen QR code and send cryptocurrency to a specified address. The video was reportedly not authentic and is alleged to have been part of an ongoing YouTube-based crypto scam campaign.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["General Public, Cryptocurrency Investors, Donald Trump, Nato Summit Organizers, Nato"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1142,"occurred_on":"2025-07-07","title":"Chicago Veteran Reportedly Loses $10,000 in Purported Deepfake Cryptocurrency Fraud Posing as Elon Musk","description":"A Chicago-area Vietnam War veteran, Richard Lyons, reportedly lost $10,000 to a cryptocurrency scam that used purported AI voice cloning and fake social media profiles to impersonate Elon Musk. The fraudster allegedly convinced Lyons to invest in bogus cryptocurrency opportunities using fake voice memos, images, and spoofed caller IDs showing \"Elon Musk.\" The scam reportedly involved dozens of messages and deepfake audio files that reinforced the impersonation.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammer Impersonating Elon Musk, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Richard Lyons, Cryptocurrency Investors"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1136,"occurred_on":"2025-07-04","title":"Purported Widespread Use of AI-Generated Deepfake Videos Impersonate Malaysian Leaders in Investment Scams","description":"Purported AI-generated deepfake videos depicting Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and other officials, political leaders, and business leaders have reportedly been used to promote fraudulent investment schemes. A total of 13,956 cases were reported last year, with RM2.11 billion allegedly lost to these scams. Victims were allegedly misled by hyper-realistic fake endorsements circulated via Facebook, WhatsApp, and Telegram. Scammers allegedly adapt quickly, generating new deepfakes when co","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Targeting Malaysian Public Figures, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, Tan Sri Tony Fernandes, Tan Sri Robert Kuok, Malaysian Public Figures, Malaysian Political Leaders, Malaysian Business Leaders, General Public Of Malaysia, Epistemic Integrity, Anwar Ibrahim"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1132,"occurred_on":"2025-07-02","title":"Delhi Man Reportedly Arrested for Sharing Purportedly AI-Morphed Obscene Images of Ex-Girlfriend","description":"A 21-year-old man in Delhi was reportedly arrested for allegedly using AI morphing tools to create obscene images of his ex-girlfriend and distributing them through fake Instagram accounts. Police said he impersonated her, used real photos, and targeted her followers to harass and defame her after their breakup. The accused evaded detection by reportedly using multiple unverified Instagram handles.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed 21 Year Old Male Suspect From Delhi"],"developers":["Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Ex Girlfriend Of 21 Year Old Male Suspect From Delhi"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1235,"occurred_on":"2025-07-01","title":"Chinese-Backed Operation Reportedly Used AI-Generated Deepfake Videos of Indian Stock Experts in Investment Fraud Campaign","description":"Mumbai Cyber Police reportedly uncovered a coordinated investment fraud campaign that used purported deepfake videos of Indian stock market experts to mislead investors. Between July 1 and July 18, 2025, the videos reportedly circulated on social media as paid promotions by a Bengaluru-based firm, Valueleaf, allegedly contracted by a Hong Kong company, First Bridge. Four individuals were arrested.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Valueleaf, First Bridge"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Indian Stock Market Experts, Indian Investors, Investors, General Public Of India"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1135,"occurred_on":"2025-07-01","title":"Preprints Reportedly from Researchers from Multiple Universities Allegedly Contain Covert AI Prompts","description":"Hidden prompts reportedly were discovered in at least 17 academic preprints on arXiv that purportedly instructed AI tools to deliver only positive peer reviews. The lead authors are reportedly affiliated with 14 institutions in eight countries, including Waseda University, KAIST, Peking University, and the University of Washington. The alleged concealed instructions, some of which were reportedly embedded using white text or tiny fonts, were purportedly intended to influence any reviewers who re","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Pre-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Peer Reviewers, Unnamed Conference Paper Reviewers"],"developers":["Large Language Model Developers"],"harmed":["Peer Review Process, Academic Integrity, Academic Conferences, Research Community"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1133,"occurred_on":"2025-06-30","title":"Reported AI-Generated Audio of Ukrainian Commander Andriy Biletsky Used in Russian Disinformation Campaign","description":"In late June 2025, Russian Telegram channels reportedly circulated a video containing a purportedly AI-generated audio track impersonating Ukrainian commander Andrii Biletskyi. The audio clip reportedly claimed Ukrainian authorities deliberately avoid identifying fallen soldiers to withhold compensation. Verification reportedly showed the voice was synthetic and mismatched with original May 16 footage of Biletskyi. Hive Moderation reportedly confirmed the audio was overwhelmingly AI-generated.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Russian Telegram Channels, Russian Disinformation Channels, Government Of Russia Aligned Actors, Information Manipulation Actors, Pro Russian Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Military Of Ukraine, Government Of Ukraine, General Public Of Ukraine, Families Of Military Personnel In Ukraine, Epistemic Integrity, Andriy Biletsky"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1124,"occurred_on":"2025-06-30","title":"Alleged Unauthorized Deepfake AI Clones of Ravish Kumar Used to Spread Purportedly Fabricated News on YouTube","description":"Prominent Indian journalist Ravish Kumar reported that multiple YouTube channels are using purported deepfakes to mimic his face and voice, spreading fabricated and nonsensical news in his name. Kumar warned viewers not to trust these channels, filed complaints with YouTube, and is awaiting action.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Youtubers Impersonating Ravish Kumar"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Ravish Kumar, Fans Of Ravish Kumar, Youtube Users, General Public Of India, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1451,"occurred_on":"2025-06-30","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Facebook Video Allegedly Misused Skënder Brataj and Blendi Fevziu to Promote Purported Miracle Cream in Albania","description":"A purportedly manipulated AI-generated video reportedly circulated on Facebook misusing the likenesses of emergency physician Skënder Brataj and journalist Blendi Fevziu to promote a purported \"miracle\" cream. Reporting indicated that some citizens believed the content and contacted or visited emergency services seeking treatment.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Skender Brataj, Public Trust In Medical Guidance, People Seeking Medical Advice, General Public Of Albania, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Blendi Fevziu"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1134,"occurred_on":"2025-06-30","title":"Reported Deepfakes of Ukrainian Deputy PM Olha Stefanishyna Allegedly Supporting Fictional Mobilization Plan for Women","description":"In late June 2025, Russian Telegram channels reportedly circulated deepfake videos claiming that Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna backed mandatory mobilization of up to one million Ukrainian women starting September 1. Officials reportedly debunked the claim, confirming no such plans or laws exist. The disinformation operation reportedly aimed to incite panic and destabilize Ukraine's domestic situation.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Russian Telegram channels","Russian disinformation channels","Pro-Russian information manipulation actors","Information manipulation actors","Government of Russia-aligned actors","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic video generation technology developers","Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic audio generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women of Ukraine","Women and girls","Women","Public figures","Politicians in Ukraine","Politicians","Olha Stefanishnyna","National security and intelligence stakeholders"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1121,"occurred_on":"2025-06-29","title":"Alleged AI Deepfake Videos Used to Lure Simcoe County, Ontario Residents in Crypto Scam","description":"Multiple residents in Simcoe County, Ontario, have reportedly lost tens of thousands of dollars each after encountering purportedly AI-generated deepfake videos online that depict trusted public figures endorsing crypto investments. According to MP Adam Chambers and local reports, these manipulated ads misled victims into transferring funds through legitimate exchanges to fraudulent wallets.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Targeting Simcoe County, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["General Public Of Simcoe County, General Public Of Ontario, General Public Of Canada, Canadian Cryptocurrency Investors, Elderly Investors"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1119,"occurred_on":"2025-06-28","title":"Alleged Deepfake Videos Impersonate Lithuanian Politicians and Doctors in Purported Cross-Border Scam Network","description":"An alleged series of high-quality AI-generated deepfake videos reportedly mimicked Lithuanian TV segments, politicians, and doctors to promote fraudulent health products and anti-vaccine disinformation. Distributed mainly via Facebook, the videos reportedly reached audiences in up to 15 EU countries. Fact-checkers and cybersecurity experts reportedly described the campaign as part of a coordinated scam network designed to extract money by impersonating trusted public figures and media outlets.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown International Scam Network Operating Across Multiple Eu Countries, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Aurelijus Veryga, Vytautas Kasiulevicius, Social Media Users In Lithuania, General Public Of Lithuania, General Public Of The European Union"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1122,"occurred_on":"2025-06-28","title":"Reportedly Sustained Multi-Celebrity Deepfake Persona Scam Targeting Vulnerable Southampton Resident","description":"Over about five months in 2025, Paul Davis, a Southampton, UK man, reports that he was repeatedly targeted by scammers using purported deepfake videos and images of celebrities including Jennifer Aniston, Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and Ellie Goulding. The perpetrators allegedly rotated personas to sustain a romance and prize scam, extracting £200 in gift cards. This case suggests a new shift from one-off celebrity deepfakes to persistent, multi-persona targeting of a single vulnerable victim.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Paul Davis, General Public Of United Kingdom, General Public Of Southampton United Kingdom, Emotionally Vulnerable Individuals, Jennifer Aniston, Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, Ellie Goulding"],"report_count":22},{"incident_id":1127,"occurred_on":"2025-06-27","title":"Purported AI-Generated Audio Clip Allegedly Portrays Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen Raising Money for Conflict with Thailand","description":"A video surfaced in late June 2025 reportedly depicting Cambodian Senate President (and former Prime Minister) Hun Sen asking for money to fund a war against Thailand. The clip purportedly repurposed real footage with an AI-generated fake Thai voice track and was shared widely online. Cambodia's Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (MPTC) reportedly condemned the video as malicious disinformation intended to incite ultra-nationalist sentiment and disrupt diplomatic relations.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Thai National"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Relations Between Cambodia And Thailand, Hun Sen, General Public Of Thailand, General Public Of Cambodia, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1240,"occurred_on":"2025-06-27","title":"Purported AI-Generated Deepfake of Infosys Co-Founder N. R. Narayana Murthy Used in Investment Scam Allegedly Defrauding 79-Year-Old Bengaluru Woman of ₹35 Lakh (~$40,000)","description":"A 79-year-old woman (\"Archana\") in Bengaluru was reportedly defrauded of ₹35 lakh (~$40,000) in a purportedly AI-enabled investment scam that used deepfake videos of Infosys co-founder N. R. Narayana Murthy to promote a fake trading platform. The scammers allegedly built a convincing website and pressured the victim over eight months to make escalating payments. They allegedly later attempted extortion by threatening her with a fake money-laundering case before police became involved.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating N. R. Narayana Murthy, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology"],"harmed":["N. R. Narayana Murthy, Investors, General Public Of India, General Public, Elderly Investors, Elderly Individuals, Archana"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1123,"occurred_on":"2025-06-26","title":"Reported Student Misuse of ChatGPT, StudyX, and Gemini to Obtain Answers During Vietnam's 2025 National High School Graduation Exam","description":"Multiple students in Vietnam reportedly used generative AI tools including ChatGPT, StudyX, and Gemini to cheat during the national high school graduation exams on June 26–27, 2025. Incidents reportedly included smuggling phones and cameras into exam rooms, transmitting questions outside in real time, and receiving purportedly AI-generated answers. Students were caught at multiple centers in Lam Dong and Hanoi. Authorities are investigating the breaches and related information leaks.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Students In Vietnam Accused Of Cheating"],"developers":["Studyx, Openai, Google"],"harmed":["Vietnam Ministry Of Education And Training, Universities Relying On Exam Scores, Students In Vietnam, General Public Of Vietnam, Students, High School Students, Educational Communities"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1254,"occurred_on":"2025-06-24","title":"Purported AI Deepfake Reportedly Impersonated Thai PBS World Anchor and Miss Universe CEO in Fraudulent Investment Video","description":"A purported deepfake video allegedly used AI-generated visuals and synthetic speech to impersonate Thai PBS World anchor Doliyana Bunnak and Miss Universe Organization CEO Anne Jakkraphong Jakrajutatip, falsely promoting an online investment promising rapid, high returns. The clip was reportedly derived from a June 24 2025 Thai PBS World Tonight broadcast and circulated on Facebook, misusing news logos and likenesses, causing reputational harm and exposing viewers to financial fraud.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Doliyana Bunnak, Unknown Scammers Impersonating Anne Jakkraphong Jakrajutatip, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Thairath Tv, Thai Social Media Users, Thai Pbs World, Thai Facebook Users, Investors In Thailand, General Public Of Thailand, Epsitemic Integrity, Doliyana Bunnak, Anne Jakkraphong Jakrajutatip"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1221,"occurred_on":"2025-06-23","title":"Alleged AI-Enabled PRISONBREAK Influence Operation on X Reportedly Synchronizes Deepfake of Evin Prison Strike with Ongoing Attacks in Tehran","description":"Researchers from Citizen Lab and Clemson documented \"PRISONBREAK,\" a coordinated network of 50+ inauthentic X accounts running a purportedly AI-enabled influence operation. The network reportedly synchronized with the June 23 Evin Prison strikes, posting an AI-generated \"attack\" video during the events and urging Iranians to free inmates, alongside other synthetic media and media impersonations. They assess, with medium confidence, likely Israeli government or contractor involvement.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unidentified Israeli Government Entity, Unidentified Israeli Government Contractor Under Close Supervision, Prisonbreak Network Operators"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Iranian Diaspora, General Public Of Iran, Epistemic Integrity, Civil Society Of Iran, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Journalistic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1117,"occurred_on":"2025-06-22","title":"North Korea-Linked Actors Allegedly Use AI Executive Deepfakes in Zoom Phishing Targeting Web3 Employee","description":"An alleged phishing scheme involving actors linked to North Korea used purported AI-generated deepfake videos of company executives to deceive a Web3 employee during a fake Zoom call. The target was reportedly tricked into installing macOS malware disguised as a \"Zoom extension,\" leading to the deployment of spyware, a keylogger, and a crypto wallet stealer. The attackers reportedly used Telegram and spoofed Zoom domains to orchestrate the breach.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["North Korea, Lazarus Group, Government Of North Korea, Bluenoroff"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Zoom, Web3, Unnamed Web3 Employee, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Macos Users, Epistemic Integrity, Cryptocurrency Infrastructure"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1116,"occurred_on":"2025-06-20","title":"Alleged Deepfake Video Depicts Former Malaysian Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Acryl Sani Abdullah in Financial Misconduct Context","description":"An alleged AI-generated video circulated on TikTok in June 2025 depicting former Malaysian Inspector-General of Police Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani endorsing or receiving funds from an individual identified as \"Datuk Abdul Ghani.\" Authorities reportedly confirmed the video was fake and manipulated using AI. Acryl Sani filed a police report denying the claims. Selangor police are investigating the case under fraud and communications laws.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Misinformation Spreaders, Information Manipulation Actors In Malaysia, Information Manipulation Actors, Disinformation Actors Targeting Royal Malaysia Police, Information Manipulation Actors Targeting The Royal Malaysia Police"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Tan Sri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani, Royal Malaysia Police, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, General Public Of Malaysia, General Public, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1111,"occurred_on":"2025-06-19","title":"Reported AI-Generated Video Call Impersonation of Cryptocurrency Analyst Leads to Alleged Malware Installation and Account Theft","description":"Cryptocurrency analyst Mai Fujimoto reported losing access to her X, Telegram, and MetaMask accounts through a video call with a purported deepfake impersonating a trusted contact. According to Fujimoto, the attacker, who appeared on Zoom as her acquaintance, instructed her to install software under the guise of resolving an audio issue. Fujimoto believes this enabled malware installation. In response, Binance founder Changpeng Zhao warned such attacks render video call verification unreliable.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammer Impersonating Acquaintance Of Mai Fujimoto, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Acquaintance Of Mai Fujimoto, Mai Fujimoto, General Public"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1110,"occurred_on":"2025-06-18","title":"Alleged AI-Manipulated Video Uses Macau Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai's Likeness in Investment Scam","description":"Macau's Judiciary Police reported a deepfake video that depicts Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai endorsing an investment platform. The alleged manipulated footage, based on real event coverage, was reportedly used to promote fraudulent financial schemes via social media. While no victims had come forward as of reporting, authorities flagged the video as part of a pattern of AI-enabled scams and urged public vigilance.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Sam Hou Fai, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Sam Hou Fai, General Public Of Macau"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1140,"occurred_on":"2025-06-18","title":"Purported Deepfake of Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake Promotes Alleged Fraudulent Government Investment Scheme","description":"A reported deepfake depicts Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake endorsing a government investment plan. It reportedly uses manipulated footage from a May 3rd Satana TV program, dubbed or voice-cloned into English, and including a news article imitating the Daily Mirror to lure people to sign up for the scheme. Sri Lanka CERT, journalists, and the Presidential Media Division reportedly confirmed the video and associated links were AI-generated and part of a phishing and scam operation.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Anura Kumara Dissanayake, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Government Of Sri Lanka, General Public Of Sri Lanka, Epistemic Integrity, Daily Mirror Of Sri Lanka, Anura Kumara Dissanayake"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1112,"occurred_on":"2025-06-18","title":"Scammer Reportedly Used AI Voice Clone of WCPO Cincinnati Meteorologist in Facebook Fraud Attempts","description":"WCPO Cincinnati reported that a scammer impersonated its meteorologist Jennifer Ketchmark using AI voice cloning. A reportedly fraudulent Facebook account made friend requests and sent direct messages requesting money, using an AI-generated voice that mimicked Ketchmark's. The scam attempted to gain trust by sounding convincingly like her. WCPO warned viewers and urged reporting the fake account to Meta. No confirmed victims or losses were publicly reported.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammer Impersonating Jennifer Ketchmark, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Jennifer Ketchmark, Wcpo Cincinnati, General Public Of Cincinnati, Facebook Users"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1120,"occurred_on":"2025-06-16","title":"Alleged AI-Generated Videos Depict Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus Endorsing Betting Platforms","description":"Bangladesh's Chief Adviser's Press Wing has warned the public about alleged AI-generated videos depicting Muhammad Yunus endorsing gambling apps. The videos reportedly reuse footage from legitimate interviews, manipulated with purportedly fabricated audio and visuals. At least two such alleged deepfakes have circulated on Facebook. The account that published them reportedly appears to be operated by multiple users located in Lithuania, misleading viewers with claims of guaranteed earnings. 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The actions reportedly aimed to manipulate targets into sharing sensitive information or account access.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actors Impersonating Marco Rubio, Unknown Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["United States Department Of State, Officials Targeted By Impersonator Of Marco Rubio, Marco Rubio, Government Of The United States, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders"],"report_count":23},{"incident_id":1107,"occurred_on":"2025-06-13","title":"Bulgarian Tennis Player Grigor Dimitrov Alleges Deepfake Scam Promoting Fraudulent Investment Scheme Using His Likeness","description":"A purported deepfake video depicting Bulgarian tennis player Grigor Dimitrov has allegedly been circulating on social media. It reportedly is promoting a fraudulent stock and cryptocurrency trading program. Dimitrov publicly warned fans that the video was fake and urged them not to share personal information or engage with the linked platform. 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BMO confirmed the impersonation and warned users; the Facebook page was reportedly renamed and repurposed by scammers.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Brian Belski, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Brian Belski, Bank Of Montreal, General Public Of Canada"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1242,"occurred_on":"2025-06-09","title":"Purported AI-Generated Deepfake Videos Reportedly Used in Swedish Scam Campaign Impersonating Doctors Agnes Wold and Anders Tegnell","description":"A June 2025 Swedish police warning reported that fraudsters used purportedly AI-generated deepfake videos of well-known doctors, including Anders Tegnell and Agnes Wold, in social media ads promoting fake health products. Victims were allegedly lured to fraudulent sites where card details were stolen and large unauthorized charges were made. The scams, which reportedly began in late May 2025, prompted multiple complaints from both impersonated physicians and defrauded consumers.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Anders Tegnell, Unknown Scammers Impersonating Agnes Wold, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["General Public Of Sweden, General Public, Consumers Misled By Fraudulent Ads, Anders Tegnell, Agnes Wold"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1160,"occurred_on":"2025-06-05","title":"Reported AI-Aided Development of Explosive Devices by Long Island Resident Michael Gann","description":"Federal prosecutors allege that Michael Gann, a 55-year-old Long Island man, used AI tools to identify chemicals and instructions for making improvised explosive devices. He allegedly built seven bombs, transported them to Manhattan, and stored five with shotgun shells on a rooftop. Authorities say he tested and discarded some devices in public areas before his June 5, 2025 arrest. Gann faces federal charges; no injuries were reported.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Cyberattacks, weapon development or use, and mass harm","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Michael Gann"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["General Public Of New York City"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1304,"occurred_on":"2025-06-01","title":"Whirlpool Reportedly Used AI-Altered Footage of North Carolina State Senator DeAndrea Salvador in Brazilian Advertisement","description":"An advertising campaign created by DM9, a São Paulo–based subsidiary of Omnicom Group, for Whirlpool's Brazilian brand Consul reportedly used AI to alter footage from a 2018 TED Talk by North Carolina State Senator DeAndrea Salvador. The video reportedly modified her voice, statements, and slides to reference Brazilian energy data without her consent, appeared in an award-winning commercial, and later prompted a lawsuit alleging unauthorized use of her likeness and reputational harm.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Dm9, Omnicom Group, Whirlpool, Consul"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Deandrea Salvador, General Public, General Public Of Brazil, Epistemic Integrity, Cannes Lions International Festival Of Creativity, General Public Of North Carolina"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1090,"occurred_on":"2025-05-30","title":"Reported AI-Generated Clickbait Targets Adolescents in Rockingham County, North Carolina","description":"An alleged AI-enabled scam targeting teens in Rockingham County, North Carolina, reportedly used fake headlines and a local student's likeness to lure users to malicious websites. According to the sheriff's office and Proxyware, the campaign involved nearly 100 sites linked to a centralized operation in South Africa. Once users were identified as students or locals, the sites reportedly deployed harmful ads or malware. Authorities warn of sensational content used to manipulate users.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scam Network Based In South Africa"],"developers":["Unknown"],"harmed":["Students Of Rockingham County North Carolina, Residents Of Rockingham County North Carolina, Families Of Students Of Rockingham County North Carolina"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1095,"occurred_on":"2025-05-30","title":"Alleged Russian-Linked Deepfake Campaign Misattributes Infrastructure Projects to Burkina Faso's Ibrahim Traoré","description":"A reported wave of allegedly AI-generated and misleading media content promoting Burkina Faso's junta leader Ibrahim Traoré has been circulating. Investigators described videos attributing development projects to Traoré, reportedly part of a campaign by Russian-linked media to support junta regimes across the Sahel. Experts warned of the campaign's destabilizing effects and its potential to normalize military rule and foreign ideological influence.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Pro Kremlin Actors, Pro Ibrahim Traore Information Ecosystem, Government Of Russia, Pro Russian Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["General Public Of West Africa, General Public Of Burkina Faso, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1085,"occurred_on":"2025-05-30","title":"Phone of White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles Allegedly Breached in Reported AI Voice Impersonation Incident","description":"President Trump announced that White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles had been impersonated via a phone breach involving AI-generated voice messages and spoofed texts. The attacker reportedly contacted high-profile individuals in her network while posing as Wiles. The incident is linked to a campaign identified by the FBI in April 2025, involving malicious actors using social engineering and AI to impersonate senior U.S. officials and gain access to sensitive information. See Incident 1077.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Susie Wiles'S Network, Susie Wiles"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1092,"occurred_on":"2025-05-23","title":"Purported AI-Generated Video Portrays Pope Leo XIV Addressing Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso","description":"A purported 36-minute AI-generated deepfake video circulated online portraying Pope Leo XIV delivering a speech to Burkina Faso's President Ibrahim Traoré. The Vatican Press Office and Catholic broadcaster Patrick Madrid publicly confirmed the video was fabricated.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actors, Pro Traore Information Ecosystem"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Roman Catholic Public, Pope Leo Xiv, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1076,"occurred_on":"2025-05-21","title":"Purported Unauthorized Deepfakes of Norman Swan and Others Circulated in Online Supplement Campaigns","description":"According to an ABC News (Australia) 7.30 report, a second wave of deepfake scam ads impersonating Norman Swan and other public figures circulated widely on Meta platforms in 2025, promoting unproven health supplements. The campaign featured new voice-cloned videos and more impersonation tactics, and it reportedly contributed to financial and health harms. Investigators reportedly linked the ads to businesses in Australia and New Zealand using deceptive redirects and alias branding.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unidentified Actors Linked To Vellec Group Nz Ltd, Unidentified Actors Linked To Healthy Life Choices Nz Ltd, Unidentified Actors Linked To Apex United Pty Ltd"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Rebel Wilson, Public Trust In Medical Guidance, Norman Swan, Jonathan Shaw, General Public Of Australia, Australians With Chronic Health Problems, Adele"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1489,"occurred_on":"2025-05-20","title":"ChatGPT Was Reportedly Used in Planning School Stabbing in Pirkkala, Finland, That Injured Three Pupils","description":"In May 2025, a 16-year-old boy stabbed three 14-year-old girls at Vähäjärvi School in Pirkkala, Finland. Same-day reporting said a manifesto attributed to the suspect claimed he used ChatGPT while planning the attack. Later court reporting said police found hundreds of pre-attack searches or queries described as involving AI, including topics related to stabbing, anatomy, school attacks, police procedures, evidence concealment, and manifestos.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Pirkkala School Stabbing Suspect, Openai"],"developers":["Openai, Ai Search Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Vahajarvi School Pupils, Vahajarvi School Community, Pirkkala School Stabbing Victims, Students, High School Students, Educational Communities"],"report_count":13},{"incident_id":1500,"occurred_on":"2025-05-19","title":"New Jersey Man Cornelius Shannon Allegedly Published Hundreds of AI-Generated Deepfake Pornography Albums in TAKE IT DOWN Act Case","description":"In one of the first prosecutions under the TAKE IT DOWN Act, DOJ alleged that New Jersey defendant Cornelius Shannon published at least 360 albums of AI-generated deepfake pornography depicting about 90 women, including public figures, beginning during a charged period anchored to May 2025. Prosecutors said the content appeared on an adult image- and video-sharing platform and was viewed millions of times.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Deepfake creators","Cornelius Shannon"],"developers":["Synthetic video generation technology developers","Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Women","Victims of deepfake abuse","Impersonated public figures","Epistemic integrity","Celebrities"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1104,"occurred_on":"2025-05-17","title":"AI Chatbot Allegedly Used to Research Explosive Materials in Palm Springs Fertility Clinic Bombing","description":"An unnamed AI chatbot was reportedly used by Guy Edward Bartkus and Daniel Park, the perpetrators of the 2025 Palm Springs fertility clinic bombing, to research explosive materials and optimize fuel mixtures. Records show the chatbot responded to queries related to ammonium nitrate fuel oil (ANFO) composition. The bombing resulted in one death, four injuries, and significant structural damage.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Cyberattacks, weapon development or use, and mass harm","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Guy Edward Bartkus, Daniel Park"],"developers":["Large Language Model Developers"],"harmed":["Staff Of American Reproductive Centers In Palm Springs, Patients Of American Reproductive Centers In Palm Springs, Occupants And Residents Of Buildings Adjacent To American Reproductive Centers In Palm Springs, American Reproductive Centers In Palm Springs"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1079,"occurred_on":"2025-05-17","title":"Purported AI-Manipulated Videos Depict Mauricio Macri Endorsing Manuel Adorni and Silvia Lospennato Withdrawing Before Buenos Aires Vote","description":"Purported AI-generated deepfake videos were reportedly circulated on X in the final hours before the Buenos Aires municipal election in May 2025. The alleged synthetic content depicted Mauricio Macri endorsing Manuel Adorni and Silvia Lospennato withdrawing. Officials reportedly described the material as an attempt to mislead voters. A formal complaint was filed with the electoral tribunal, and an investigation was requested.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actors Affiliated With Pro La Libertad Avanza Social Media Accounts, @Gordodan_, @Mileiemperador, @Patriciovogel1"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Mauricio Macri, Silvia Lospennato, Voters Of Buenos Aires, Voters Of Argentina, General Public Of Argentina, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1126,"occurred_on":"2025-05-16","title":"Reported Use of Deepfake Video Impersonating Owen Wilson in Romance Scam with Fake Job Payments","description":"A Reddit user reported in May 2025 that her mother is being groomed by scammers using an AI-generated deepfake video impersonating actor Owen Wilson. The scam reportedly began on a game app (Yahtzee with Friends) and shifted to WhatsApp voice calls, with the victim promised a fake Warner Bros job paying small sums via Cash App. The scammer allegedly claims he will buy a house for the victim's family as part of the deception. The video is cited as the main “proof” of authenticity.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Owen Wilson, Scammers, Scammers Impersonating Owen Wilson, Cybercriminals, Synthetic Media Creators, Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Mother Of Reddit User Sharp_Ad_8771, Reddit User Sharp_Ad_8771, Players Of Yahtzee With Friends, Owen Wilson, General Public, Targets Of Fraudulent Professional Opportunities"],"report_count":5},{"incident_id":1077,"occurred_on":"2025-05-15","title":"FBI Reports Ongoing Vishing and Smishing Campaign Allegedly Targeting Government Officials Using Purportedly AI-Generated Voices","description":"According to a May 15, 2025 public alert from the FBI and IC3, malicious actors have been using purported AI-generated voice messages and smishing tactics since April 2025 to impersonate senior U.S. officials. The campaign reportedly targets government personnel and their contacts to gain access to personal or official accounts. The FBI warns the scheme may involve credential theft and social engineering, with AI voice cloning used to increase believability.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["United States State Government Officials, United States Federal Government Officials, Former United States Government Officials, Family And Friends Of United States Government Officials"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1063,"occurred_on":"2025-05-12","title":"Purported AI-Manipulated Videos of Cypriot Officials Circulated in Alleged Investment Fraud","description":"Citizens in Cyprus reported being targeted by an alleged investment scam involving purported AI-manipulated videos that appeared to depict government officials endorsing financial platforms. The Cyprus Consumers Association stated that several individuals suffered significant financial losses after being misled by the videos, which circulated via social media and messaging apps. Authorities are investigating, and the association has warned of potential cross-border spread of the scheme.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Haris Georgiades, General Public Of Cyprus, Averof Neofytou"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1398,"occurred_on":"2025-05-08","title":"Purported Deepfake Video Reportedly Misrepresented CBS Anchor Doug Dunbar and Frisco, Texas, Stabbing Suspect Amid Online Misinformation Campaign","description":"After a fatal stabbing at a Frisco, Texas, high school track meet, online accounts reportedly circulated a purported deepfake video on Instagram that allegedly both altered CBS anchor Doug Dunbar's speech and falsely depicted suspect Karmelo Anthony holding a knife. The manipulated content was reportedly reposted across multiple accounts, spreading misinformation about the case and intensifying inflammatory online discourse after the killing.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Doug Dunbar, Karmelo Anthony, Epistemic Integrity, General Public, General Public Of Texas"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1080,"occurred_on":"2025-05-08","title":"Noodlophile Stealer Reportedly Distributed Through Allegedly Fraudulent AI Content Platforms","description":"A campaign reportedly used fake AI video generation sites to distribute malware under the guise of AI-generated content. Promoted via social media, these sites allegedly tricked users into downloading files containing Noodlophile Stealer, a previously unreported infostealer, and in some cases XWorm. The malware harvested credentials and could enable remote access.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Developer Of Noodlophile Stealer, Unknown Actors Operating Fraudulent Ai Themed Websites, Unknown Actors Distributing Malware As A Service (Maas)"],"developers":["Unknown Developer Of Noodlophile Stealer"],"harmed":["Users Whose Devices Were Potentially Compromised Via Remote Access Trojans (Rats), Targets Of Credential Theft, Small Businesses Targeted By Noodlophile Stealer, Individuals Targeted By Noodlophile Stealer"],"report_count":8},{"incident_id":1062,"occurred_on":"2025-05-07","title":"Brazilian Authorities Reportedly Link AI-Generated Marcos Mion Videos to Purported Fake Restaurant Promotions in Brazil","description":"A 24-year-old man was reportedly arrested in Santa Helena de Goiás, Brazil, for allegedly using deepfake technology to impersonate TV host Marcos Mion in a fraudulent scheme. Authorities say he created fake promotional videos and websites mimicking the Outback Steakhouse restaurant chain to sell nonexistent discount vouchers. The arrest was reportedly part of Operation VoiceOver, a police initiative targeting AI-driven consumer scams. 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The campaign reportedly involved at least 135 discrete posts analyzed by ISD in early 2025 targeting institutions and individuals, including one purported viral video claiming USAID funded celebrity trips to Ukr","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Storm 1679, Russian Aligned Actors, Operation Overload, Matryoshka"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Western Support For Ukraine, Voters In Germany, Usaid, Ukrainian Refugees, News Organizations, Law Enforcement Agencies, Journalists, General Public, Fact Checkers, European Politicians, Academics, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1481,"occurred_on":"2025-05-01","title":"Purported AI-Generated YouTube Network Reportedly Promoted Alberta Secession and U.S. Annexation Narratives","description":"Researchers reported that a network of 20 inauthentic YouTube channels used purportedly AI-generated avatars and voiceovers with deepfake-style thumbnails, as well as paid voice actors, to pose as Albertan commentators and promote false or misleading claims about Alberta secession and U.S. annexation. The channels allegedly drew nearly 40 million views and distorted political debate, reportedly undermining Canada's information ecosystem.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Storm 1516, Redvox Tv, Pravda Disinformation Network, Ottawax, North49, Noah Campbell, Marc Miller N. America News, Mapletalk News, Maple Truth, Information Manipulation Actors, Griffin Reports, Global Report Hq, David Fraser, Copycop, Cdn Politician Cpn, Cdn Politician, Cdn Insight, Cdn Bulletin, Canadian Reporter, Canadian Hub, Canada Pol Brief, Canada Insight, Canada Alert, A Global Mestery, Alberta Secession Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Youtube Viewers, General Public Of Canada, General Public Of Alberta, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity, Canadian Media Ecosystem"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":1502,"occurred_on":"2025-05-01","title":"Scammers Reportedly Used Real-Time Deepfake Video to Impersonate Veriff CEO Kaarel Kotkas in WhatsApp Fraud Attempt","description":"Scammers reportedly targeted Veriff colleague Andrea Rozenberg through WhatsApp with an urgent request and a video call that appeared to show Veriff CEO Kaarel Kotkas. Kotkas and Veriff later described the call as a real-time deepfake or live video clone. Rozenberg reportedly noticed the missing Estonian accent and verified through Slack that the request was fraudulent. No financial loss was reported.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Victims Of Deepfake Abuse, Veriff, Kaarel Kotkas, Epistemic Integrity, Andrea Rozenberg"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1102,"occurred_on":"2025-04-30","title":"Purported Deepfake Featuring Dr. Rinki Murphy and Jack Tame Reportedly Used to Promote Diabetes Scam in New Zealand","description":"A purported AI-generated deepfake video reportedly impersonated Auckland University diabetes expert Dr. Rinki Murphy, depicting her in a TVNZ interview with journalist Jack Tame promoting a fake diabetes cure. The alleged scam video circulated on social media in April–June 2025, prompting concern that New Zealanders were deceived into stopping prescribed medications. Despite reporting the incident, new variants of the video reportedly continued to emerge.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Rinki Murphy, Jack Tame, Diabetes Patients, Diabetes Patients In New Zealand, General Public Of New Zealand"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1055,"occurred_on":"2025-04-29","title":"FBI Reports AI Use by Threat Actors in Broader Cyber Context Including Infrastructure Intrusions","description":"FBI Deputy Assistant Director Cynthia Kaiser stated that adversarial actors, particularly those affiliated with China and organized cybercriminal groups, are increasingly integrating AI tools across the cyberattack lifecycle, with documented use cases reportedly including purported AI-generated spear phishing, business identity fabrication, internal network mapping, and deepfake-enabled fraud. The tools are allegedly already assisting intrusions targeting U.S. infrastructure.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Government Of China, Chinese Communist Party"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["United States Critical Infrastructure, Private Companies, Government Agencies, Employees Targeted By Phishing, Employees Targeted By Deepfake Impersonations"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1045,"occurred_on":"2025-04-29","title":"Mother in Louisville, Kentucky Describes Phone Scam Involving Purported AI-Generated Voice of Her Daughter","description":"Louisville, Kentucky mother Kim Alvey reportedly received a phone call in which an unknown individual purportedly used AI-generated voice cloning to impersonate her 10-year-old daughter, claiming she had been in an accident. The call escalated with a male voice threatening to kidnap the child. Alvey confirmed her daughter was safe at school and identified the call as a scam.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Mother And Daughter In Louisville, General Public Of Louisville Kentucky"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1047,"occurred_on":"2025-04-27","title":"Australian Analyst Allegedly Targeted by Scam Using Purportedly Sophisticated AI-Generated Corporate Materials","description":"A report by ABC News Australia describes how scammers allegedly used AI tools to create detailed fake websites for two fabricated companies, APPC Capital Singapore and Thackeray Mines and Minerals Inc., as part of an investment scam. A pseudonymous Australian fraud analyst (\"Leon\") was reportedly targeted. Experts cited in the article warn that AI lowers the barrier for generating convincing scams that can deceive even experienced analysts.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Appc Capital Singapore, Thackeray Mines And Minerals Inc., Cybercriminals, Scammers"],"developers":["Unspecified Generative Ai Developers, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["\"Leon\" (Pseudonymous Australian Fraud Analyst), General Public Of Australia, General Public"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1043,"occurred_on":"2025-04-26","title":"Reddit Moderators Report Unauthorized AI Study Involving Fabricated Identities by Purported University of Zurich Researchers","description":"Researchers purportedly affiliated with the University of Zurich reportedly deployed undisclosed AI-generated comments on Reddit's r/ChangeMyView to study persuasion by allegedly fabricating identities such as sexual assault survivors and racial minorities. The experiment reportedly involved unauthorized demographic profiling, emotional manipulation, and violations of subreddit and platform rules. The researchers allegedly deviated from their approved protocol without renewed ethics oversight.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["University Of Zurich Researchers"],"developers":["Large Language Model Developers"],"harmed":["Reddit Users On Rchangemyview Subreddit"],"report_count":6},{"incident_id":1239,"occurred_on":"2025-04-23","title":"Purported AI-Generated Deepfake of Steven Bartlett Reportedly Used to Promote Fake WhatsApp Investment Group","description":"A purported deepfake video of entrepreneur and BBC Dragon's Den investor Steven Bartlett circulated on Instagram in April 2025, allegedly claiming to offer exclusive stock tips and inviting users to join a WhatsApp trading group. The reported video referenced U.S. tariff policies to entice viewers with promises of rapid returns. Bartlett's team confirmed the video was fake and worked with platforms to remove it, warning that scammers were attempting to harvest contact details for further fraud.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Steven Bartlett, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Steven Bartlett, Investors, General Public, Fans Of Steven Bartlett"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1054,"occurred_on":"2025-04-23","title":"Anthropic Report Details Claude Misuse for Influence Operations, Credential Stuffing, Recruitment Fraud, and Malware Development","description":"In April 2025, Anthropic published a report detailing several misuse cases involving its Claude LLM, all detected in March. These included an \"influence-as-a-service\" operation that orchestrated over 100 social media bots; an effort to scrape and test leaked credentials for security camera access; a recruitment fraud campaign targeting Eastern Europe; and a novice actor developing sophisticated malware. Anthropic banned the accounts involved but could not confirm downstream deployment.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Malicious Actors, Influence As A Service Operators, Cybercriminals"],"developers":["Anthropic"],"harmed":["Social Media Users, People Targeted By Malware, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Job Seekers In Eastern Europe, Iot Security Camera Owners, Epistemic Integrity, Targets Of Fraudulent Professional Opportunities"],"report_count":5},{"incident_id":1038,"occurred_on":"2025-04-22","title":"Scammers Reportedly Use AI Tools to Impersonate Students and Obtain Federal Aid","description":"Between 2021 and 2025, California community colleges faced a surge in fraudulent applications—now estimated at 34% of all submissions. Reports indicate that scammers used generative AI tools, including ChatGPT, to produce identity-verifying responses that enabled them to impersonate students and obtain financial aid. The fraud allegedly resulted in over $13 million in losses over the past year alone, straining administrative and instructional systems and displacing legitimate applicants.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Targeting California Community Colleges, Scammers"],"developers":["Openai, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["U.S. Taxpayers, Financial Aid Recipients, California Community Colleges, California Community College Students, California Community College Faculty, Students, Community College Students, Educational Communities"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":1156,"occurred_on":"2025-04-22","title":"Purported Deepfake Video Circulated Among Students Targets Orrington, Maine Educator","description":"An Orrington, Maine public school teacher was the target of a purported AI‑generated deepfake video depicting their likeness, according to the AOS 47 superintendent. The manipulated content was reportedly shared and circulated by some students. The district confirmed the video had no basis in reality, reported the hosting account, and had the post removed, while affirming support for the teacher and warning about the harms of AI‑based impersonation.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Perpetrator(S) Of Deepfake Harassment Targeting Aos 47 Teacher"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Aos 47 Teacher, General Public Of Orrington Maine, Aos 47 Community, Teachers, Educational Communities"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1131,"occurred_on":"2025-04-21","title":"Alleged Deepfake Identity Scam Uses Miami Beach Realtor's Likeness to Defraud Victim in the United Kingdom in Purported Romance Scam","description":"A scammer reportedly used deepfake video technology to impersonate Miami Beach realtor Andres Asion, creating fake videos with his face and a voice clone to catfish a woman in the UK. The victim communicated for about a year before traveling to Miami, where Asion discovered the fraud. The videos appeared convincing even to friends and family. 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Phoenix Ikner, the accused shooter, has pleaded not guilty. In 2026, victims' families and attorneys reportedly alleged that Ikner used ChatGPT before the attack to discuss mass shootings, firearms, campus activity, and media attention, and that OpenAI failed to flag or escalate the exchanges. OpenAI denied responsibility.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Cyberattacks, weapon development or use, and mass harm","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Phoenix Ikner, Openai"],"developers":["Openai"],"harmed":["Tiru Chabba'S Family, Tiru Chabba, Robert Morales'S Family, Robert Morales, Florida State University Shooting Victims, Florida State University Campus Community, Students, University Students, Educational Communities"],"report_count":46},{"incident_id":1037,"occurred_on":"2025-04-16","title":"Microsoft Reportedly Blocks 1.6 Million Bot Signup Attempts Per Hour Amid Global AI-Driven Fraud Surge","description":"Between April 2024 and April 2025, Microsoft reportedly blocked 1.6 million bot signups per hour and disrupted $4 billion in fraud attempts linked to AI-enhanced scams. The company's Cyber Signals report details how generative AI is being used to fabricate realistic e-commerce sites, job offers, customer service bots, and phishing lures. Fraud actors now automate mass-deceptive campaigns with fake reviews, deepfakes, and cloned brand domains at unprecedented scale and speed.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Cybercriminals"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Microsoft, General Public, Financial Institutions, Enterprises, Consumers, Targets Of Fraudulent Professional Opportunities"],"report_count":5},{"incident_id":1068,"occurred_on":"2025-04-15","title":"AI-Powered Presentation Tool Gamma Implicated in Multi-Stage Phishing Campaign","description":"Attackers reportedly exploited Gamma, an AI-powered presentation tool, to create convincing presentation pages that hosted links to a spoofed Microsoft SharePoint login portal. The phishing flow allegedly used compromised email accounts, Cloudflare Turnstile for bot evasion, and adversary-in-the-middle (AiTM) tactics to validate credentials in real time and capture session cookies. The campaign aimed to bypass MFA and compromise accounts.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Threat Actors, Unknown Threat Actors Leveraging Gamma, Unknown Aitm Phishing Campaign Actors"],"developers":["Gamma"],"harmed":["Gamma, Microsoft, Microsoft Sharepoint Users, Recipients Of Phishing Emails Sent From Compromised Accounts, Enterprises Relying On Microsoft 365 And Identity Services, Organizations Whose Employees Interacted With Gamma Hosted Phishing Content"],"report_count":7},{"incident_id":1115,"occurred_on":"2025-04-15","title":"Alleged Deepfake Investment Scam Uses Economist David Rosenberg's Likeness on Meta Platforms","description":"Fraudsters allegedly used AI-generated content and social media ads to impersonate economist David Rosenberg and promote a fraudulent investment scheme. Victims were reportedly directed to WhatsApp groups with fake stock tips, resulting in substantial financial losses, with some exceeding $500,000. The ads reportedly appeared on Meta platforms, including Facebook and Instagram. Rosenberg and his family reported the scam to authorities.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Scammers impersonating David Rosenberg","Scammers","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic audio generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed woman who lost $500,000","Unnamed man who lost $450,000","Syed Hasan","Investors","General public","Epistemic integrity","David Rosenberg"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1019,"occurred_on":"2025-04-10","title":"Alleged AI-Generated Clone of Exante Brokerage Used to Defraud U.S. Investor via JPMorgan Account","description":"Scammers used AI tools to clone the broker Exante and defraud at least one U.S. victim by registering a JPMorgan Chase account and replicating Exante’s trading interface. AI-generated fake documents, deepfakes, and cloned websites enabled the scheme. Exante, which does not operate in the U.S., confirmed the fraud and filed reports with multiple U.S. agencies.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Cloning Exante, Scammers"],"developers":["Openai, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Individual Investors, Exante, Jpmorgan Chase"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1016,"occurred_on":"2025-04-09","title":"Jailbroken Lovable AI Allegedly Used to Generate and Host Phishing Pages, Steal Credentials, and Bypass Security","description":"The generative AI platform Lovable, which is used for building web apps, was reportedly jailbroken to create and host full phishing campaigns. These campaigns allegedly included credential-harvesting login pages, evasion techniques, and real-time exfiltration via services like Telegram and Firebase. The AI system was reportedly used for generating the phishing content and and then deploying it live on a URL hosted under its own subdomain.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actors, Cybercriminals"],"developers":["Loveable Ai"],"harmed":["General Public, Users Targeted By Phishing Attacks, Impersonated Organizations, Microsoft"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1352,"occurred_on":"2025-04-08","title":"Malaysian Teenager Allegedly Arrested for Creating and Selling AI-Generated Deepfake Images of Schoolmates and Alumni in Johor","description":"Authorities in Johor, Malaysia reportedly arrested a 16-year-old student who allegedly used AI-enabled tools to generate and sell deepfake images depicting schoolmates and former students. According to police, the images were created from social media photos and distributed online for payment. The alleged activity affected dozens of victims, including minors, some of whom may have been unaware of the misuse. 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","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown International Job Applicants, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Pindrop Security, Companies Hiring For Remote Positions"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1015,"occurred_on":"2025-04-07","title":"Reported Darknet Launch of Xanthorox AI Introduces Autonomous Cyberattack Platform","description":"Xanthorox AI is a malicious, modular AI system released on darknet forums in early 2025. Designed from scratch for offensive cyber operations, it runs on private infrastructure and includes models for code generation, phishing, malware, social engineering, and real-time voice/image input. Its release represents a deliberate deployment of an autonomous attack platform.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Cyberattacks, weapon development or use, and mass harm","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Malicious Actors, Darknet Forum Users, Cybercriminals"],"developers":["Xanthorox Ai Creators, Unknown Black Hat Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Victims Of Phishing Attacks, Victims Of Malware Attacks, Victims Of Automated Cybercrime, General Public, Enterprise It Systems, Critical Infrastructure Systems"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1162,"occurred_on":"2025-04-07","title":"Purported Deepfake Depicts Altercation Between Bougainville President Ishmael Toroama and Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape","description":"A purported AI‑generated deepfake video circulated online falsely depicting a physical altercation between Bougainville President Ishmael Toroama and Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape. The footage reportedly caused public confusion and risked damaging relations between Bougainville and Papua New Guinea. Toroama reportedly condemned the video as false and malicious, as well as potentially destabilizing, urging stronger action against misleading AI‑generated content.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actor(S) Provoking Tensions Between Papua New Guinea And Bougainville"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["James Marape, Ishmael Toroama, Government Of Papua New Guinea, General Public Of Papua New Guinea, General Public Of Bougainville, Bougainville Autonomous Government"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1066,"occurred_on":"2025-04-07","title":"Hong Kong Syndicate Allegedly Used AI-Generated Facial Composites to Open Bank Accounts","description":"Hong Kong police reportedly arrested eight individuals accused of using purportedly AI-generated facial composites to open bank accounts with altered ID photos. Of 44 applications, 30 reportedly succeeded after passing online identity checks. The accounts were then allegedly used to apply for loans and make credit card purchases totaling HK$860,000, and to launder over HK$1.2 million in suspected criminal proceeds. Police linked the operation to local triad-affiliated fraud networks.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Hong Kong Based Triad Affiliated Fraud Syndicate, Money Launderers, Scammers"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Regulatory And Compliance Infrastructure, Loan Providers Targeted Through Fake Identities, Hong Kong Retail Banks, Hong Kong Police, Hong Kong Financial Institutions, General Public Of Hong Kong, Financial Institutions Conducting Remote Kyc Verification, Credit Card Issuers, General Public"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1017,"occurred_on":"2025-04-07","title":"Alleged Deepfake Investment Scam in Spain Defrauds 208 Victims of €19 million ($20.9 million)","description":"Spanish police arrested six individuals allegedly behind a €19M ($20.9M) global investment scam powered by AI. The operation used deepfake ads featuring national celebrities to deceive victims, many of whom were selected through targeting algorithms. Scammers posed as financial advisors and fake officials, cycling through romance baiting, investment fraud, and recovery scams. AI-generated content amplified trust and engagement.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Criminal Group In Spain, Individuals Arrested In Granada And Alicante"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["General Public, General Public Of Spain, Global Victims Targeted By Scams, Individuals Who Lost Money Through Scam Investment Platforms"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1011,"occurred_on":"2025-04-05","title":"Deepfake of Bermuda Premier David Burt Promotes Investment Scam Using Royal Gazette Branding","description":"The Government of Bermuda warned the public about a deepfake video circulating on Facebook that falsely portrayed Premier David Burt promoting a government investment scheme. The deepfake video reportedly mimicked the branding of The Royal Gazette and was linked to fraudulent social media accounts. Authorities confirmed the content was fake and urged the public to report such scams and to be vigilant about them.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating David Burt, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["David Burt, Government Of Bermuda, General Public Of Bermuda, The Royal Gazette"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1013,"occurred_on":"2025-04-04","title":"Essex Man Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Having Generated and Shared Deepfake Pornography of at Least 20 Women and a Minor","description":"Between March 2023 and May 2024, Brandon Tyler of Essex used AI to generate explicit deepfake pornography of at least 20 women he knew personally, including a 16-year-old. He manipulated their social media photos and shared them, along with their personal details, in online forums promoting sexual violence. He was sentenced to five years in prison in April 2025 under the UK's criminal law against sharing sexually explicit deepfakes, in what is one of the first major prosecutions of its kind.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Brandon Tyler"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Victims Of Brandon Tyler, General Public"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1012,"occurred_on":"2025-04-03","title":"AI Voice Clone of Texas Woman Used in Distress Scam Targeting Brother in Port Neches","description":"Jace Edgar of Port Neches, Texas reportedly received a scam phone call using AI-generated voice cloning to mimic his sister in distress. Believing she had been in an accident, Edgar began to act before noticing the caller avoided direct questions. When he contacted his sister, she was unharmed and unaware of the call. Authorities confirmed this was part of a broader rise in AI-powered scams, urging the public to stay vigilant and avoid sharing personal info with unknown callers.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Jayla (Sister Of Jace Edgar), Scammers"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Jace Edgar, Jayla (Sister Of Jace Edgar)"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1427,"occurred_on":"2025-04-03","title":"Baltimore Lawsuit Alleged DraftKings and FanDuel Used Machine-Learning-Driven Targeting to Exploit Vulnerable Gamblers","description":"In Baltimore, the city sued DraftKings and FanDuel, alleging that the companies used predictive modeling with machine-learning algorithms, extensive user data, personalized promotions, push notifications, and VIP programs to identify and exploit vulnerable bettors, including people showing signs of gambling disorder. The complaint alleges these systems were designed to maximize user lifetime value and contributed to financial and public-health harms among Baltimore residents.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Fanduel, Draftkings"],"developers":["Flutter Entertainment, Draftkings"],"harmed":["People With Gambling Disorders, Baltimore Residents"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1154,"occurred_on":"2025-04-01","title":"Reported AI‑Generated Deepfake Impersonations of Public Figures Allegedly Used in Coordinated Stock Pump‑and‑Dump Scheme Targeting Israeli Investors","description":"A coordinated fraud campaign in Israel allegedly used AI‑generated deepfake impersonations of public figures including Amir Yaron, Benjamin Netanyahu, Eyal Golan, Noa Kirel, Gal Gadot, Elon Musk, and Mark Zuckerberg to promote NASDAQ‑listed Ostin Technology Group Co. Ltd. (OST) in a pump‑and‑dump scheme. Paid social media ads, WhatsApp groups, and fake investment platforms reportedly lured investors before the stock collapsed in early July 2025, causing major reported losses.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scam Network Linked To Aigenerated Deepfake Campaign Promoting Ost Stock, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Israeli Investors, General Public Of Israel, Amir Yaron, Benjamin Netanyahu, Eyal Golan, Noa Kirel, Gal Gadot, Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Ostin Technology Group, Economy Of Israel, Nasdaq, Stock Market"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1018,"occurred_on":"2025-03-31","title":"OpenAI's 4o Model Allegedly Used to Generate Fake Receipts and Prescriptions","description":"OpenAI's new image generator, 4o, was reportedly used to produce realistic fraudulent documents, including fake restaurant receipts, prescriptions for controlled substances, and potentially other identity or financial documents. Users demonstrated how the model could be prompted to bypass safety restrictions to be misused for expense fraud, medical forgery, and other various forms of document falsification.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Openai"],"harmed":["Regulatory Agencies, Pharmacists, Law Enforcement, Healthcare Providers, General Public, Expense Management Platforms, Employers"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1042,"occurred_on":"2025-03-25","title":"Fact-Checking Finds Reportedly AI-Generated Video Misattributed Hypertension Cure Endorsements to Taiwo Ajai-Lycett and Chinonso Egemba","description":"Fact-checking reports that a purported AI-generated video circulated on Facebook depicting veteran actor Taiwo Ajai-Lycett discussing a hypertension diagnosis and promoting an unproven treatment by influencer Chinonso Egemba. According to the report, the video exhibited signs of AI generation, including unnatural speech and mismatched lip movements. Both Ajai-Lycett and Egemba have denied involvement, and no credible medical evidence supports the claimed cure.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Taiwo Ajai Lycett, Scammers Impersonating Chinonso Egemba, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Taiwo Ajai Lycett, People Suffering From Hypertension, General Public, Fans Of Taiwo Ajai Lycett, Fans Of Chinonso Egemba, Chinonso Egemba"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1350,"occurred_on":"2025-03-25","title":"Reported Use of AI Apps to Create Sexualized Deepfake Images of High School Students at Cascade High School in Iowa","description":"Students of the Western Dubuque Community School District in Iowa reported that classmates allegedly used AI-enabled applications to generate sexualized deepfake images depicting fellow students. According to local reporting and the Dubuque County Sheriff's Office, the fabricated images were created and shared without consent. The school district reportedly held a public session to address policy gaps and student support following the incident.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Students At Western Dubuque Community School District, Students"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Students At Western Dubuque Community School District, Students, Minors, Families Of Unnamed Students At Western Dubuque Community School District, Epistemic Integrity, Educational Communities"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1002,"occurred_on":"2025-03-23","title":"Manipulated Video Using AI-Generated Audio Targets Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif with Fabricated Interview","description":"A viral video falsely claimed to show Layal al-Ekhtiar of Al Arabiya confronting Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif over funding a 30-person Umrah delegation with public money while seeking aid from Saudi Arabia. Investigators concluded the video had been dubbed with AI-generated audio. The original interview was broadcast by Saudi-owned Al Arabiya in January 2023, and it contained no such exchange. Lip-sync inconsistencies reportedly confirmed the manipulation.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Adil Raja, Social Media Users"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Layal Al Ekhtiar, Shehbaz Sharif, General Public Of Pakistan"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":994,"occurred_on":"2025-03-18","title":"AI-Enabled Organized Crime Expands Across Europe","description":"Europol’s EU Serious and Organised Crime Threat Assessment (EU-SOCTA) 2025 warns that AI is accelerating the growth of organized crime throughout Europe. Criminal networks are leveraging AI for cyber fraud, ransomware, money laundering, and child exploitation, while AI-powered social engineering and automation are making criminal operations more scalable and harder to detect. ","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Organized Crime Groups"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["General Public Of The European Union"],"report_count":7},{"incident_id":1351,"occurred_on":"2025-03-15","title":"Alleged Use of AI to Create Sexualized Deepfake Images of Middle School Students Under Investigation in Bucks County, Pennsylvania","description":"Authorities in Bucks County, Pennsylvania reported that a middle school student allegedly used AI-enabled tools to create sexualized deepfake images depicting classmates. The incident, which reportedly occurred in March 2025, involved images generated without consent and is under investigation by local police and the district attorney's office. The alleged conduct may fall under a new Pennsylvania law addressing non-consensual AI-generated sexual imagery, particularly involving minors.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Middle School Student In Pennsylvania, Students"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Middle School Students In Pennsylvania, Students, Minors, Epistemic Integrity, Middle School Students, Educational Communities"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":991,"occurred_on":"2025-03-14","title":"Alleged AI-Generated IRS Scam Websites Used to Defraud U.S. Taxpayers","description":"Scammers have allegedly been using AI-generated imposter websites and phishing emails to impersonate the IRS. They have reportedly been tricking taxpayers into providing personal and financial information. There has been a reported surge in tax-related AI scams leading up to Tax Day 2025, with fraudulent domains mimicking IRS services, along with fake websites, emails, and text messages. The IRS has warned taxpayers to verify official sites and avoid unsolicited links.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Phishers, Scammers Impersonating The Irs, Cybercriminals, Scammers"],"developers":["Black Box Ai Developers, Generative Ai Fraud Tools, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Taxpayers In The United States, General Public Of The United States, U.S. Citizens, Identity Theft Victims, Irs"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":982,"occurred_on":"2025-03-13","title":"Scammers Reportedly Using Deepfake Video Calls to Impersonate Executives in Singapore and Orchestrate Corporate Bank Transfers","description":"Scammers in Singapore are reportedly using AI-generated deepfake video calls to impersonate corporate executives. The calls seek to deceive employees into authorizing fraudulent bank transfers. Usually, it is reported, victims will receive WhatsApp messages inviting them to Zoom meetings. During the calls, the scammers are disguised as senior leaders and will instruct the employees to transfer company funds for fake business transactions and to disclose personal data.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Singaporean Executives, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Executives In Singapore, Employees In Singapore, General Public Of Singapore, Companies In Singapore"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1130,"occurred_on":"2025-03-13","title":"Docomo Pacific CEO Reports Mother Targeted by Purported AI-Enabled Scam in Guam","description":"Docomo Pacific's CEO, Christine Baleto, disclosed that her elderly mother was targeted by an alleged AI-enabled scam call on Guam. The scammer reportedly posed as a federal agent and used personal details and intimidation, demanding sensitive information under false pretenses. The company's advisory suggests AI voice cloning may have been involved, warning that such technology can convincingly mimic family members' voices, increasing risk for seniors on the island.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammer Targeting Guamanians, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Mother Of Christine Baleto, Elderly Individuals, Elderly Individuals In Guam, General Public Of Guam, Docomo Pacific"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1007,"occurred_on":"2025-03-13","title":"AI-Generated Voice Cloning of Trump Falsely Proposes Renaming the District of Columbia to the District of America","description":"A viral audio clip circulating on TikTok, Facebook, X, and other platforms falsely portrayed Donald Trump saying he would rename Washington, D.C. as the \"District of America.\" The voice was confirmed to be AI-generated by digital forensics experts. It was initially posted by a now-deleted TikTok account. The clip is reported to have spread rapidly across political lines before it was debunked.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Tiktok User"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Donald Trump, General Public, Social Media Users, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":999,"occurred_on":"2025-03-12","title":"Attackers Reportedly Deployed Simulated AI Support Chatbot to Trick Instagram Business Users into Adding Malicious 2FA Login","description":"A phishing campaign has reportedly been impersonating Meta support using a fake chatbot interface to hijack Instagram Business accounts. Victims received emails claiming ad violations and were directed to a fraudulent site mimicking Meta's support. There, a simulated chatbot instructed users to add the attacker’s Authenticator app as a secure login method, enabling account takeover. It remains unclear whether the chatbot used AI or was human-operated via a bot-like interface. See editor's note.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Meta Support, Phishers, Scammers"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Meta Users, Instagram Users, Instagram Business Users"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":978,"occurred_on":"2025-03-09","title":"Chinese Actor and CPPCC Member Jin Dong Allegedly Impersonated by AI Deepfake Scammers to Mislead and Defraud Fans","description":"Jin Dong, an actor from China and a member of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), has warned about criminals using deepfake technology to impersonate him. The scammers are reportedly using his likeness and cloning his voice to deceive and defraud elderly individuals. In addition to his warning, Jin Dong has called for legislation and tech regulations to curb AI abuse.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Jin Dong, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Fans Of Jin Dong, Elderly Individuals, General Public Of China, Elderly Individuals In China"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1113,"occurred_on":"2025-03-09","title":"Financial Times Journalist Martin Wolf Reports AI-Generated Investment Scam Using His Likeness on Instagram and Facebook","description":"Beginning in March 2025, purported deepfakes impersonating Financial Times columnist Martin Wolf were distributed via ads on Facebook and Instagram, promoting an alleged fraudulent investment group. Despite repeated takedowns, the ads have reportedly persisted under new accounts. Meta data reportedly showed at least 1,700 ads reached over 970,000 users in the EU alone. The impersonations allegedly used AI-generated visuals and voice clones to mimic Wolf's likeness and mislead users.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Martin Wolf, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Martin Wolf, Financial Times, General Public"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":980,"occurred_on":"2025-03-07","title":"AI-Generated Songs Allegedly Imitating Céline Dion Circulate Online Without Authorization","description":"Céline Dion has publicly condemned AI-generated music that falsely claims to feature her voice without her permission. In a March 7, 2025 statement, her team warned fans that these recordings are fake and unauthorized.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Celine Dion Voice Cloners"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Celine Dion, Fans Of Celine Dion"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":984,"occurred_on":"2025-03-07","title":"Deepfake Videos Allegedly Use AI-Generated Voice Clone of Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong to Promote Scams","description":"Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong issued a warning about AI-generated deepfake videos and voice clones falsely portraying him promoting cryptocurrency scams, money-making schemes, and PR services. The manipulated content, seen on social media, reportedly uses public footage and AI voice cloning to deceive victims. Wong urged the public to avoid engaging, report scams via ScamShield, and stay vigilant.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Lawrence Wong, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Lawrence Wong, General Public Of Singapore"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":962,"occurred_on":"2025-03-05","title":"Tbilisi-Based Call Center Allegedly Uses AI-Driven Scripts to Defraud Over 6,000 Victims of $35 Million","description":"A large-scale AI-assisted financial scam, allegedly operated from Tbilisi, Georgia, used deepfake celebrity endorsements and manipulated victims through fraudulent trading dashboards that simulated high returns. Call center agents, trained with AI-driven persuasion tactics, convinced individuals to invest more money while falsely promising profits. Many reportedly lost their life savings, with the total losses reaching $35M across more than 6,000 victims.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammer Operatives In Georgia Bulgaria Cyprus And Spain, Meri Shotadze, Golden Currencies, Akaki Kevkhishvili, Ak Group, Admiralsfx"],"developers":["Third Party Ai Service Providers For Call Center Training, Fraudulent Trading Platform Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Small Business Owners, Retirees Seeking Investment Opportunities, People With Neurological Disorders, Individuals Deceived By Celebrity Deepfake Impersonations, Financial Professionals, Elderly Investors, Financial Scam Victims"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":973,"occurred_on":"2025-03-05","title":"Canadian Fraud Ring Allegedly Used AI Voice Cloning in Multi-Year $21 Million Grandparent Scam Targeting Elderly Americans Across 46 States","description":"A Canadian fraud ring allegedly used AI-generated voice cloning to defraud victims across 46 U.S. states by targeting grandparents in a $21 million scam between 2021 and 2024. Operating from call centers in Montreal, the scammers spoofed U.S. phone numbers and used AI-cloned voices of grandchildren to convince victims to pay fake bail fees.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Canadian Fraud Ring Involved In Grandparent Scams, Canadian Fraud Ring Impersonating Grandchildren, Scammers"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Grandparents Targeted By Canadian Fraud Ring, Families Of Grandparents Targeted By Canadian Fraud Ring"],"report_count":6},{"incident_id":989,"occurred_on":"2025-03-05","title":"Alleged AI-Generated Video by Spain’s People’s Party Results in Diplomatic Fallout with the Dominican Republic","description":"Spain's People's Party (PP) posted an AI-generated attack video depicting Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on a beach under the title \"The Island of Corruption,\" a reference to a reality TV show filmed in the Dominican Republic, indirectly linking the country to corruption. The Dominican Foreign Ministry condemned the video as a \"vicious attack\" for using its national symbols. PP later deleted the post, and Sánchez apologized on behalf of Spain.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["People'S Party (Spain), Partido Popular"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Pedro Sanchez, Government Of Spain, Government Of The Dominican Republic, Relations Between Spain And The Dominican Republic"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1490,"occurred_on":"2025-03-05","title":"ChatGPT Was Allegedly Consulted About Attack Options Before Teen Attempted to Stab Officer at Tira, Israel, Police Station","description":"A 16-year-old from Tira, Israel, allegedly entered the city's police station with a knife and attempted to stab a Border Police officer. Prosecutors reportedly alleged that before the attack he had consulted ChatGPT about possible attacks and courses of action. He was charged in juvenile court with attempted aggravated assault as an act of terror. Public reporting does not establish what responses ChatGPT provided or whether they materially assisted the attempted attack.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Cyberattacks, weapon development or use, and mass harm","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Tira Israel Police Station Attempted Stabbing Suspect, Openai"],"developers":["Openai"],"harmed":["Tira Israel Police Station Personnel, Israeli Border Police Officers, Israel Law Enforcement"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":963,"occurred_on":"2025-03-05","title":"Google Reports Alleged Gemini-Generated Terrorism and Child Exploitation to Australian eSafety Commission","description":"Google reported to Australia's eSafety Commission that it received 258 complaints globally about AI-generated deepfake terrorism content and 86 about child abuse material made with its Gemini AI. The regulator called this a \"world-first insight\" into AI misuse. While Google uses hash-matching to detect child abuse content, it lacks a similar system for extremist material.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Google"],"developers":["Google"],"harmed":["General Public, General Public Of Australia, Google Gemini Users, Victims Of Deepfake Terrorism Content, Victims Of Deepfake Child Abuse, Victims Of Online Radicalization"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":970,"occurred_on":"2025-03-04","title":"Scammers Allegedly Using Deepfake Technology to Impersonate Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan","description":"Scammers are reportedly using deepfake technology to impersonate Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, according to the Personal Data Protection Agency. The video is reported to have circulated from a Russian-language account called Noticias Mundiales (\"World News\").","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Nikol Pashinyan, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Nikol Pashinyan, General Public Of Armenia"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1359,"occurred_on":"2025-03-04","title":"Reported Deepfake Influencers on TikTok Allegedly Used to Promote Fraudulent Wellness Products","description":"A network of TikTok accounts reportedly used AI-generated and deepfake influencer personas to promote wellness and beauty products through alleged deceptive advertising. The accounts reportedly invented identities and personal testimonials while making unsubstantiated medical claims, including false assertions related to fertility and hair-growth treatments. Some personas were reportedly reused across multiple accounts with inconsistent backstories. The content purportedly targeted vulnerable us","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Tiktok Account Operators, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Tiktok Users, People Seeking Medical Advice, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Consumers Of Wellness And Beauty Products"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":974,"occurred_on":"2025-03-04","title":"Purported Deepfake Audio Allegedly Impersonates U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Starlink Disinformation Campaign","description":"A purported deepfake audio clip allegedly impersonating U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio falsely claimed he vowed to pressure Elon Musk into cutting Ukraine’s access to Starlink. The reported clip was inserted into a purportedly manipulated CNN interview. It was then reported to have spread across multiple languages and fueled disinformation about U.S.-Ukraine relations. Forensic analysis reportedly confirmed the audio was AI-generated.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Misinformation Spreaders, Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology"],"harmed":["Relations Between The United States And Ukraine, Marco Rubio, Government Of Ukraine, Government Of The United States, Journalistic Integrity, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":965,"occurred_on":"2025-03-04","title":"Phishers Allegedly Using AI-Generated Video of YouTube CEO Neal Mohan to Target Creators","description":"Scammers are reportedly using an AI-generated deepfake of YouTube CEO Neal Mohan to steal user credentials. The fake video announces false changes to YouTube’s monetization policy, and it then tricks creators into clicking malicious links or downloading malware. The scam spreads through private videos and emails from a fake YouTube address. It exploits platform features to appear legitimate. Victims risk losing account access or exposing sensitive data. 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The fraudulent clips, circulated on TikTok, Instagram, and WhatsApp, appeared to show Prabowo offering assistance. Police reportedly arrested two suspects in February 2025, but deepfake scams exploiting high-profile figures continue to spread.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Prabowo Subianto, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["General Public Of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, Government Of Indonesia, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, Indonesian Government Officials"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":1094,"occurred_on":"2025-03-02","title":"At Least 294 Purported AI-Generated Music Videos Portray Celebrities Praising Burkina Faso's Ibrahim Traoré","description":"Between March and May 2025, at least 294 purported AI-generated deepfake music videos were uploaded across a reported 127 YouTube channels, collectively garnering over 8.6 million views by the end of May. The videos depict global celebrities (including Beyoncé, Rihanna, R. Kelly, Selena Gomez, Eminem, and Justin Bieber) praising Burkinabe President Ibrahim Traoré and endorsing military rule.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actors, Pro Ibrahim Traore Information Ecosystem"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology"],"harmed":["Selena Gomez, Rihanna, R. 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The FBI has been investigating the case as part of an alleged pattern of online financial sextortion schemes targeting minors.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Sextortionists"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Elijah Heacock, Family Of Elijah Heacock, Minors Targeted By Online Sextortion Schemes"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":958,"occurred_on":"2025-02-26","title":"Europol Operation Cumberland Investigates at Least 273 Suspects in 19 Countries for AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Material","description":"Europol’s Operation Cumberland uncovered a global network distributing AI-generated child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The operation has led to 25 arrests and 273 identified suspects across 19 countries. The AI-enabled abuse allows criminals to create exploitative content at scale with minimal expertise. 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The victim was reportedly recruited via Instagram and WhatsApp and was persuaded through trading tutorials on Zoom and fabricated profit screenshots. She reportedly realized the fraud only when withdrawals were blocked and additional fees were demanded.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Waleed B (scammer impersonating Sadhguru)","Synthetic media creators","Scammers impersonating Sadhguru","Mirrox","Michael C (scammer impersonating Sadhguru)","Impersonation scammers","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic audio generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Women","Victims of investment scams","Victims of impersonation scams","Unnamed 57-year-old woman in Bengaluru targeted by scammers impersonating Sadhguru","Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev","General public of India","General public of Bengaluru"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":949,"occurred_on":"2025-02-24","title":"Unauthorized AI-Generated Video of Donald Trump and Elon Musk Reportedly Appears on HUD Building Screens","description":"An unauthorized satirical AI-generated video reportedly depicting President Trump kissing Elon Musk’s feet played on TV screens within the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) building, seemingly mocking their relationship. The video is reported to have included the phrase “Long live the real king,” referencing a recent Truth Social post by Trump.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Department Of Housing And Urban Development (Hud), Donald Trump, Elon Musk"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":948,"occurred_on":"2025-02-23","title":"Alleged FraudGPT-Enabled Phishing Attack Spoofs ChatGPT Subscription Service to Steal Credentials","description":"A reported phishing campaign is impersonating OpenAI’s ChatGPT Premium subscription service, using AI-generated emails to steal user credentials and financial data. Cybercriminals are allegedly sending fraudulent renewal requests urging victims to update payment details, directing them to spoofed OpenAI login pages. ","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Cybercriminals, Phishing Scammers, Fraudgpt Operators, Dark Web Threat Actors, Scammers"],"developers":["Fraudgpt, Openai"],"harmed":["Openai Users, Chatgpt"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":939,"occurred_on":"2025-02-21","title":"AI-Powered Chinese Surveillance Campaign 'Peer Review' Used for Real-Time Monitoring of Anti-State Speech on Western Social Media","description":"OpenAI reportedly uncovered evidence of a Chinese state-linked AI-powered surveillance campaign, dubbed \"Peer Review,\" designed to monitor and report anti-state speech on Western social media in real time. The system, believed to be built on Meta’s open-source Llama model, was detected when a developer allegedly used OpenAI’s technology to debug its code. OpenAI also reportedly identified disinformation efforts targeting Chinese dissidents and spreading propaganda in Latin America.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Chinese State Linked Actors, Chinese Communist Party"],"developers":["Various Open Source Ai Developers, Openai, Meta, Chinese State Security Researchers, Surveillance Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Western Social Media Communities, Social Media Users In Latin America, Social Media Users, Opposition Voices Against The Chinese Communist Party, Chinese Dissidents, Cai Xia, Privacy"],"report_count":6},{"incident_id":1006,"occurred_on":"2025-02-20","title":"Edinburg, Texas Police Officer Arrested for Alleged Possession of CSAM, Including AI-Generated Deepfakes of Minors","description":"A Texas Department of Public Safety staff sergeant from Edinburg, Preston Wade Pietrzykowski, was reportedly arrested on a charge of possession or promotion of child pornography. Included among the alleged contents of a hard drive belonging to him was CSAM altered or generated by deepfake technology.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Preston Wade Pietrzykowski"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Minors, General Public, General Public Of Texas, Texas Department Of Public Safety"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":943,"occurred_on":"2025-02-20","title":"Nonconsensual Explicit AI-Generated Images of Up to 60 Gladstone Park Secondary College Students in Victoria, Australia, Reportedly Created and Circulated Online","description":"Purportedly AI-generated explicit images of up to 60 female students at Gladstone Park Secondary College in Victoria, Australia, were reportedly created and circulated online. The images were reportedly altered from formal school photos using AI tools to produce nonconsensual explicit content. Two Year 11 students have been suspended, but the full number of individuals involved remains unclear as the investigation is ongoing.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Two unidentified Year 11 students at Gladstone Park Secondary College","Synthetic media creators","Students","High school students","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Up to 60 unnamed students at Gladstone Park Secondary College","Students","High school students","Gladstone Park Secondary College students","Gladstone Park Secondary College","Girls","Families of Gladstone Park Secondary College students"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":942,"occurred_on":"2025-02-20","title":"Cybercriminals Reportedly Exploited Google’s G.Co Subdomain and Spoofed Caller ID in AI-Driven Phishing Attack on Hack Club Founder","description":"Hack Club founder Zach Latta was reportedly targeted in an AI-assisted phishing attack exploiting Google’s own systems. Cybercriminals allegedly spoofed a legitimate Google Assistant number and used voice cloning to impersonate support staff, claiming unusual login activity from Frankfurt. They reinforced the deception by sending a real email from Google’s Workspace domain. The attack, which relied on Google’s g.co subdomain, was thwarted when inconsistencies raised Latta’s suspicions.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Voice Phishers, Scammers Impersonating Google Staff, Scammers"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology"],"harmed":["Zach Latta, Google Users"],"report_count":8},{"incident_id":945,"occurred_on":"2025-02-19","title":"Two 16-Year-Old Students in Athens, Greece Allegedly Generated Nonconsensual Deepfake Pornography of Their Classmates","description":"In Athens, Greece, two 16-year-old students were arrested for allegedly generated nonconsensual deepfake pornography of their classmates. They reportedly used images taken from social media to create the explicit images, which they are then reported to have disseminated online to others. The parents of the students were reportedly also arrested for neglecting to supervise their behavior.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Two Unnamed 16 Year Old Students In Athens, Students, Minors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Students At A High School In Athens, Families Of Students At A High School In Athens, Students, Minors, Educational Communities, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1067,"occurred_on":"2025-02-18","title":"Alleged Use of Purported AI-Generated Identities to Defraud FTX Claims Buyers of $5.6M","description":"An individual or group allegedly used AI-based face modification tools to impersonate FTX claimants in video calls, reportedly defrauding two companies of over $5.6 million in the secondary claims market. The perpetrator reportedly used forged IDs, deepfake-style visuals, and claim data likely obtained from public records or a prior breach at Kroll. Funds were alleged to have been laundered through exchanges including Binance, CoinEx, and Gate.io. 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The fraudulent video repurposed genuine interview footage from 2022 but replaced the original dialogue with AI-generated voices.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Robert Abela And Mark Laurence Zammit, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Robert Abela, Mark Laurence Zammit, General Public Of Malta, General Public, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":941,"occurred_on":"2025-02-17","title":"AI-Driven Phishing Scam Uses Deepfake Robocalls to Target Gmail Users in Credential Theft Campaign","description":"A sophisticated AI-powered phishing scam has reportedly been targeting between 1.8 to 2.5 billion Gmail users, allegedly using deepfake robocalls and phishing emails to steal credentials. Attackers impersonate Google security. They claim suspicious account activity and direct victims to fake Google login pages. The stolen credentials have reportedly been used for identity theft, banking fraud, and session hijacking. 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Seoige later described the experience as humiliating and traumatic, and Gardaí said they were investigating the distribution of the material.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Deepfake Creators, Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Image Generation Technology, Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Voters In Ireland, Grainne Seoige, General Public Of Ireland, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity, Victims Of Deepfake Abuse"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":933,"occurred_on":"2025-02-15","title":"Teenager in Palma de Mallorca Allegedly Generated and Distributed Deepfake Nudes of Five Classmates","description":"A teenager in Palma de Mallorca, Spain allegedly generated deepfake nudes of five classmates, reportedly taking their images from social media and using AI to alter them without their consent. He is reported to have shared the altered images with others.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Adolescent Male In Palma De Mallorca"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Victims In Palma De Mallorca"],"report_count":11},{"incident_id":1056,"occurred_on":"2025-02-12","title":"Purported AI-Generated Videos Impersonating President of Malta Myriam Spiteri Debono Circulate on Social Media in Alleged Crypto Scam Campaigns","description":"The Office of the President of Malta issued a public warning about purported deepfake videos and fabricated images impersonating President Myriam Spiteri Debono. The alleged AI-generated content was reportedly used to promote fraudulent financial schemes, primarily involving cryptocurrency, across social media platforms. 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The video falsely attributed statements to them, using AI to manipulate their likenesses without consent.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Ori Bejerano, Guy Bar, Gitam Bbdo"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Scarlett Johansson, Jerry Seinfeld, David Schwimmer, Lisa Kudrow, Steven Spielberg, Adam Sandler, Sacha Baron Cohen, Natalie Portman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Lenny Kravitz, Adam Levine, Drake, Mark Zuckerberg, Jack Black, Mila Kunis, Ben Stiller, Woody Allen"],"report_count":12},{"incident_id":937,"occurred_on":"2025-02-10","title":"Bolivian Criminal Network Allegedly Used Deepfake of Education Minister to Defraud at Least 19 Victims in Employment Scam","description":"A Bolivian criminal network allegedly used AI-generated deepfake audio of Education Minister Omar Véliz Ramos to impersonate him in phone calls, defrauding at least 19 victims in a fake job scheme. Scammers reportedly lured applicants via social media, used cloned voices for credibility, and demanded payment via QR codes. Authorities uncovered the scheme, seizing devices and arresting multiple suspects, including one orchestrating the fraud from prison. Losses reportedly exceed $720,000 USD.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Vilma C.C., Scammers Impersonating Omar Veliz Ramos, Scammers, Mariana A.S., Luis G.C., Jackelin A.M., Alfredo Ch. 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Law enforcement could not trace the perpetrators or recover the funds.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Operating In Mexico, Unknown Scammers Impersonating Daughter Of Linda Roan, Scammers"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Linda Roan, Daughter Of Linda Roan, General Public"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1105,"occurred_on":"2025-02-10","title":"Michigan Woman Defrauded in Alleged Tinder Romance Scam Using Purportedly AI-Generated Video Calls","description":"A Michigan woman, Beth Hyland, was reportedly defrauded of $26,000 in a romance scam conducted over Tinder, in which the perpetrator, \"Richard,\" used purportedly AI-generated video technology during Skype calls to build trust. The scammer, allegedly part of Nigerian Yahoo Boys networks, reportedly posed as a French construction manager and claimed to need funds for legal and translation services. Hyland reportedly sent funds over several months. She later spoke at a U.S. Senate hearing on dating","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Yahoo Boys, Unknown Scammer \"Richard\""],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology"],"harmed":["Tinder, Beth Hyland"],"report_count":7},{"incident_id":923,"occurred_on":"2025-02-08","title":"Nottingham Gallery Owner Allegedly Defrauded by Deepfake Impersonating Pierce Brosnan, Reportedly Leading to Business Closure","description":"Nottingham gallery owner Simone Simms was allegedly deceived over many months by a deepfake impersonating actor Pierce Brosnan. Believing she was in direct contact with Brosnan, she reportedly arranged an art exhibition and sold £20,000 in tickets. When the real Brosnan denied involvement, Simms reportedly canceled the event and issued refunds. Despite acting in good faith, she reportedly faced reputational and financial harm, which led to the gallery’s closure in August 2024.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Scammers Impersonating Pierce Brosnan"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Simone Simms, Nottingham Art Community, Long Eaton Gallery Customers, Long Eaton Gallery"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1061,"occurred_on":"2025-02-07","title":"Reportedly Viral USAID Disinformation Video Linked to Russian-Aligned Campaign Known as Matryoshka","description":"A video that reportedly went viral on X in early February 2025 claimed USAID paid celebrities to visit Ukraine. The clip mimicked E! News branding and included a narrator with a British accent. Individuals and organizations named denied any involvement. Researchers attributed the video to Matryoshka (AKA Operation Overload and Storm-1679), an influence campaign suspected of using AI-generated narration and editing, though tool use has not been independently confirmed.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Storm 1679, Russian Linked Disinformation Network, Operation Overload, Matryoshka"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Usaid, The New York Times, Sean Penn, Politico, Orlando Bloom, New York University, E! 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The court reportedly found him guilty of aggravated assault, noting the AI-assisted planning as a central element of the case.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed 22 Year Old Man From Denmark"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed 56 Year Old Man From Denmark"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":917,"occurred_on":"2025-02-05","title":"Alleged Deepfake of Whoopi Goldberg Reportedly Used in Fake Weight-Loss Supplement Ads on Instagram","description":"Whoopi Goldberg reportedly warned viewers of The View about a purportedly AI-generated scam using her likeness to promote fraudulent weight-loss products on Instagram. Goldberg reportedly stated that she had no involvement with the ads.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Scammers Impersonating Whoopi Goldberg"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Media Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Whoopi Goldberg, General Public, Fans Of Whoopi Goldberg, Consumers Misled By Fraudulent Ads"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":918,"occurred_on":"2025-02-04","title":"AI-Aided Scam in Thailand Allegedly Impersonates Police to Defraud 163 Victims","description":"Thai police arrested Ramil Pantawong and Thanawut Kanyaphan for allegedly using AI technology to impersonate police officers in a call scam. Based in Poipet, Cambodia, the gang tricked 163 victims, the most prominent of whom was Thai-British beauty queen Charlotte Austin, who lost 4 million baht (approximately $118,000 USD). Victims were falsely told they were under investigation and instructed to transfer money.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Thanawut Kanyaphan, Ramil Pantawong, Poipet Based Scam Gang"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["General Public In Thailand, Charlotte Austin, 163 Victims Of Poipet Based Scam Gang"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":954,"occurred_on":"2025-02-04","title":"Chatbots Allegedly Used in Romance Scams Targeting Nearly One-Third of New Zealand's Dating App Users","description":"A Norton Cyber Safety Insights Report found that nearly one-third of New Zealand dating app users have been targeted by romance scams, with AI chatbots allegedly playing a growing role. The report, based on a January 2025 survey, indicates that 50% of dating app users believed they had interacted with AI-generated messages. Private investigators report cases where victims engage in long-term virtual relationships with fraudsters, often sending money.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Romance Scammers Targeting New Zealanders, Scammers"],"developers":["Large Language Model Developers, Chatbot Developers"],"harmed":["New Zealand Dating App Users, Romance Scam Victims, Financial Scam Victims"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":927,"occurred_on":"2025-02-04","title":"Fraudsters Allegedly Use AI-Generated Voice of Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto to Scam Business Leaders","description":"In February 2025, scammers allegedly used AI voice cloning to impersonate Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto, calling top business leaders and reportedly claiming to need funds to free kidnapped journalists. Massimo Moratti was allegedly the only confirmed victim to send nearly €1M, wiring it to accounts in the Netherlands and Hong Kong before realizing the fraud. The scam involved spoofed government numbers, deepfake audio, and international money laundering networks. Police reportedly fro","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Posing As Guido Crosetto, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Patrizio Bertelli, Massimo Moratti, Marco Tronchetti Provera, Italian Business Leaders, Guido Crosetto, Giorgio Armani, Essilorluxottica, Esselunga, Del Vecchio Family, Caprotti Family, Caltagirone Family, Beretta Family, Aleotti Family"],"report_count":26},{"incident_id":922,"occurred_on":"2025-02-04","title":"AI Voice Scam Allegedly Defrauds Game and Coffee Store in Havre, Montana","description":"A Montana business, Sugar and Dice, was reportedly targeted by an AI voice scam that cloned the store owner's voice to deceive an employee over the phone. The scammer allegedly spoofed both the owner's and the employee's phone numbers, making the call appear legitimate. Believing he was following his employer’s instructions, the employee unknowingly compromised financial details. The store suffered monetary losses but plans to recover.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Sugar And Dice, Kevin Zorn, Sugar And Dice Employee"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":920,"occurred_on":"2025-02-01","title":"Alleged Deepfake Scam Reportedly Promoted Trump Golden Eagles Project as Investment Opportunity","description":"Reports surfaced of a purportedly AI-generated scam falsely promoting the Trump Golden Eagles Project. The purported deepfake videos of Donald Trump, Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan, and Elon Musk are alleged to have claimed that buyers could trade collectible coins for cash or Tesla stock. A Bay Area veteran reportedly lost $2,500 believing he would earn millions. The scam reportedly circulated via Telegram, and Bank of America denied any involvement.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Behind The Trump Golden Eagles Scam, Scammers, Telegram Based Financial Scam Network, Investment Scam Operators"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Media Generation Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Wesley Skelton, Tesla, Spacex, Public Trust In Financial Institutions, General Public Of The United States, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Elon Musk, Donald Trump, Brian Moynihan, Bay Area Residents Targeted By Trump Golden Eagles Scam, Bank Of America"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":938,"occurred_on":"2025-02-01","title":"Purportedly AI-Assisted Impersonation of Martin Henderson in Romance Scam Leads to Reported NZ$375,000 Fraud","description":"An alleged online romance scam exploiting AI-assisted impersonation defrauded a woman, \"Lea,\" of NZ$375,000 over two years. The scammer allegedly used AI-generated voice messages and deceptive text communication to pose as New Zealand actor Martin Henderson and is reported to have built up a relationship beginning in early 2023. The victim, believing the scam was real, reportedly relocated to New Zealand in December 2024, only discovering the fraud in February 2025.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammer Impersonating Martin Henderson, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Large Language Model Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Martin Henderson, Lea (Pseudonym)"],"report_count":6},{"incident_id":924,"occurred_on":"2025-01-30","title":"Alleged Deepfake Scam Uses BBC Presenter Naga Munchetty’s Image to Promote Fraudulent Investment Scheme","description":"BBC presenter Naga Munchetty was reportedly targeted in an AI-generated scam using deepfake images and fake news articles to promote a fraudulent investment scheme. Scam ads on social media allegedly featured manipulated images of Munchetty and linked to a fake BBC article directing users to a cyber trading website. The BBC legal team is reported to have taken action to remove the fraudulent site.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Naga Munchetty, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Naga Munchetty, Bbc, Social Media Users, Fans Of Naga Munchetty"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1199,"occurred_on":"2025-01-28","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Deepfake Image Reportedly Falsely Links Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to Jeffrey Epstein","description":"A purportedly AI-generated image that reportedly circulated on social media falsely depicted Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in a swimming pool with Jeffrey Epstein, implying involvement in Epstein's sex crimes. The manipulated image reportedly spread widely in early 2025, first around the time of Justin Trudeau's announced resignation, then after Carney became Liberal Party leader, and was reportedly promoted by Canadian and U.S. conservative accounts.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actor, Social Media Accounts"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Mark Carney, Liberal Party Of Canada, General Public Of Canada, General Public, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":913,"occurred_on":"2025-01-27","title":"Yahoo Boys Allegedly Using AI-Generated News Videos to Blackmail Sextortion Victims","description":"Scammers, allegedly linked to the Yahoo Boys, are using AI-generated news videos to blackmail victims in sextortion schemes. The videos impersonate news organizations, featuring fabricated reports that accuse victims of crimes, including explicit content distribution. Tutorials for creating these clips are reportedly shared on Telegram, with scammers leveraging the fake broadcasts to pressure victims into paying.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Yahoo Boys, Brouteurs, Scammers In Nigeria, Scammers In Ghana, Scammers In West Africa"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Victims In Sextortion Schemes, Teenagers Targeted In Sextortion Scams, News Organizations Impersonated By Scammers, Cnn"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":916,"occurred_on":"2025-01-23","title":"Plymouth, Massachusetts Resident Reportedly Used AI Chatbots CrushOn.ai and JanitorAI to Harass and Intimidate Victims","description":"In January 2025, James Florence Jr. of Plymouth, MA, agreed to plead guilty to cyberstalking charges involving the alleged use of AI tools like CrushOn.ai and JanitorAI. The U.S. Attorney’s Office reports the harassment spanned 2014–2024, though AI-driven tactics reportedly began around 2017. Florence allegedly created deepfake pornographic images, programmed AI chatbots to impersonate victims, distributed doctored content, exposed personal information, and encouraged online harassment.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","James Florence Jr.","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","JanitorAI","Deepfake technology developers","CrushOn.AI","Chatbot developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Women","Victims of non-consensual deepfakes","Victims of deepfake abuse","Six other women and a 17-year-old girl targeted by James Florence Jr.","Privacy","Families of victims targeted by James Florence Jr.","Epistemic integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1143,"occurred_on":"2025-01-22","title":"Former Namibian First Lady Monica Geingos's Likeness Reportedly Used in Purported AI-Generated Video Investment Scams","description":"Namibia's former First Lady Monica Geingos publicly warned that scammers are using purportedly AI-manipulated videos to impersonate her and promote fake forex schemes. Reportedly, deepfake clips and cloned voice calls have convinced victims to hand over savings, including retirement funds. Her team reports the problem worsening across TikTok and other platforms. She urged the public to report fake accounts and ignore messages claiming she offers loans or investments.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Monica Geingos, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Monica Geingos, General Public Of Namibia"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":931,"occurred_on":"2025-01-21","title":"Reportedly Manipulated TikTok Videos Misrepresent Anti-AfD Protests as Far-Right Rallies","description":"TikTok videos purportedly depicted large crowds as chanting pro-AfD slogans by reportedly replacing the original audio with manipulated sound. The footage, originally from January 2024 anti-extremism protests, was repurposed in January 2025 to reportedly mislead viewers. Purported AI-generated or altered audio was added to create the illusion of far-right support. Fact-checkers confirmed the deception, and the accounts responsible later deleted the content, claiming no intent to spread misinform","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Tiktok User Alice Weidel Fan, Tiktok User Afd John, Afd Supporters"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Protesters Against Right Wing Extremism In Germany, German Election Integrity, General Public Of Germany"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1246,"occurred_on":"2025-01-21","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Deepfake Reportedly Used to Impersonate DNB Bank CFO and CEO in Live Teams Meeting","description":"Unknown cybercriminals reportedly used purported deepfakes to impersonate DNB Bank's CFO and CEO during a live Microsoft Teams meeting, instructing employees at the bank's Singapore office to transfer millions of Singapore dollars. The video and voice were allegedly cloned from public footage and appeared convincing. DNB identified the attempt as a \"CEO fraud\" and avoided losses, calling it their first encounter with a live deepfake meeting.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Dnb Bank Officials, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Kjerstin Braathen, Ida Lerner, Dnb Bank Employees, Dnb Bank"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1036,"occurred_on":"2025-01-20","title":"Purported AI-Manipulated News Clip Fabricates Explosion and Doctor's Murder Plot for Scam","description":"A purported AI-manipulated video falsely showing Citizen TV anchor Swaleh Mdoe reporting on the bombing of a Kenyan doctor's home circulated widely on Facebook. The video reportedly used AI-generated audio and visuals to fabricate a conspiracy in which pharmaceutical companies targeted the doctor for promoting a \"miracle cure.\" In reality, the explosion footage was from Ohio, the doctor was fictitious, and the content aimed to manipulate viewers into purchasing an unproven health product.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Swaleh Mdoe, Citizen Tv, General Public Of Kenya, Journalistic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1295,"occurred_on":"2025-01-18","title":"Japanese Teen Allegedly Uses AI-Generated Program to Breach Kaikatsu Frontier and Leak Data of 7.3 Million Customers","description":"A 17-year-old boy in Osaka was reportedly served an arrest warrant for allegedly breaching Kaikatsu Frontier's server using a program purportedly generated with a conversational AI tool. The January cyberattack may have exposed personal data of 7.3 million customers and disrupted business operations. Police say the suspect concealed malicious intent when prompting the AI. He was previously arrested for unrelated credit card fraud.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed 17 Year Old Boy From Osaka"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Kaikatsu Frontier Customers, Kaikatsu Frontier, Privacy"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":910,"occurred_on":"2025-01-15","title":"Alleged AI-Driven Phishing Scam Impersonates Maine Town Official to Falsely Request $22,500","description":"An alleged AI-generated phishing email targeted a resident of Gray, Maine, falsely claiming to be from the town’s planning department. The alleged email, bearing a fake signature and official-looking letterhead, requested $22,500 for a zoning board meeting. Town officials have reportedly warned residents of increasing risks posed by AI-enabled scams, emphasizing that the town does not accept electronic payments and urging vigilance against similar fraudulent emails.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Town Of Gray Maine Officials, Steven Souchek, Residents Of Gray Maine, General Public, Doug Webster"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":902,"occurred_on":"2025-01-15","title":"Prime Minister of Thailand Paetongtarn Shinawatra Claims AI Voice Scam Impersonated ASEAN Leader Requesting Money","description":"Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra reported being targeted by an AI-generated voice scam that mimicked a well-known but undisclosed ASEAN leader. The scam is alleged to have involved a realistic voice message requesting a donation, falsely claiming Thailand was the only ASEAN nation yet to contribute.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Paetongtarn Shinawatra, General Public Of Thailand, Asean"],"report_count":6},{"incident_id":901,"occurred_on":"2025-01-12","title":"Yahoo Boys Allegedly Used Deepfake Technology to Impersonate Brad Pitt and Defraud French Woman of $850,000 in Romance Scam","description":"Three Nigerian \"Yahoo Boys\" scammers allegedly used AI-generated image manipulation tools, along with fake social media and WhatsApp accounts, to reportedly impersonate actor Brad Pitt and convince a French interior decorator, Anne, that she was in a romantic relationship with him. Over 18 months, they allegedly fabricated selfies and messages, reportedly leading Anne to divorce her husband and transfer $850,000 under the false pretense that Pitt needed money for kidney treatment while his accou","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Yahoo Boys, Scammers Impersonating Brad Pitt, Brouteurs"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["General Public Susceptible To Ai Enhanced Scams, Brad Pitt, Anne (French Interior Decorator)"],"report_count":23},{"incident_id":1048,"occurred_on":"2025-01-10","title":"Tennessee Meteorologist's Likeness Reportedly Used in Sextortion Campaign Involving Purported AI-Generated Content","description":"Bree Smith, a meteorologist in Nashville, Tennessee, was reportedly targeted in a sextortion campaign involving purported AI-generated deepfakes that manipulated her likeness into explicit content. According to reporting, Smith's face was digitally placed onto semi-nude and nude bodies, with the resulting media circulated online by impersonators seeking money. Smith documented the spread of these accounts and has advocated for legislative responses, including a new Tennessee bill addressing deep","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Sextortionists, Cybercriminals"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Wtvf, Newschannel 5 Nashville Wtvf, General Public Of Tennessee, General Public, Bree Smith, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":19},{"incident_id":897,"occurred_on":"2025-01-10","title":"AI-Assisted Ransomware Campaign by FunkSec Allegedly Targets Over 80 Victims","description":"The FunkSec ransomware group allegedly leveraged AI tools, such as Miniapps chatbots, to develop and refine its ransomware operations, which is reported to have allowed apparently inexperienced actors to produce advanced malware rapidly.  It is reported that the group claimed to have launched its data leak site in December 2024, allegedly targeting over 80 victims with ransomware and double extortion tactics. AI reportedly supported the creation of detailed code comments in order to refine the g","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Funksec, Scorpion, Desertstorm, El_Farado, Blako, Xtn, Bjorka"],"developers":["Funksec"],"harmed":["Funksec Ransomware Targets"],"report_count":5},{"incident_id":891,"occurred_on":"2025-01-08","title":"Purported AI Voice Scam Reportedly Targets Westchester Parents with Fake Kidnapping Ransom Calls","description":"Scammers reportedly used AI voice synthesis to mimic children's voices in fake kidnapping calls, allegedly demanding ransom payments from parents in the Peekskill School District of Westchester, New York. The synthetic voices were reportedly generated from social media voice samples.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Westchester New York Families, Peekskill School District Families, Minors, Students, Educational Communities"],"report_count":7},{"incident_id":895,"occurred_on":"2025-01-06","title":"Alleged Deepfake of New Zealand Endocrinologist Reportedly Promotes Misleading Diabetes Claim","description":"A video circulated on social media that appeared to feature University of Otago endocrinologist Sir Jim Mann allegedly promoting a hemp gummy product for diabetes patients and urging them to stop using metformin. The video was reportedly generated using AI and has been described as spreading manipulated visuals and speech presenting false medical advice.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["New Zealand General Public, Jim Mann, Diabetes Patients"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":888,"occurred_on":"2025-01-06","title":"Sydney High Schooler Allegedly Generated Deepfakes of Other Students","description":"A Sydney high school student allegedly used AI platforms to create explicit deepfake images of female classmates, which were then distributed through fake social media accounts. The incident reportedly caused significant distress among the victims, leading to an investigation by Campbelltown city police area command and involvement from the eSafety Commissioner.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Students in Australia","Students","Men and boys","High school students","Deepfake creators","Boys","Adolescent boys"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Students in Australia","Students","Privacy","Minors","High school students","Girls","Epistemic integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1030,"occurred_on":"2025-01-05","title":"Aspiring Artist Cherelle Kozak Reportedly Targeted by AI-Powered Impersonation of Rapper Fat Joe","description":"An aspiring artist in Austin, Texas, Cherelle Kozak, was targeted by a scammer using AI-generated video and voice to impersonate rapper Fat Joe. The impersonator appeared on a call, encouraged her to upload music for supposed radio play, and then demanded payment. Kozak did not comply. The scam closely resembled one that Fat Joe publicly warned about on January 5, 2025.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Fat Joe"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Cherelle Kozak, Fat Joe, Fans Of Fat Joe, General Public"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":921,"occurred_on":"2025-01-05","title":"Hong Kong Authorities Seize HK$34M in Alleged Deepfake Scam Targeting Victims in Taiwan, Singapore, and Malaysia","description":"Hong Kong police arrested 31 people linked to a deepfake scam syndicate that allegedly defrauded victims in Taiwan, Singapore, and Malaysia. The group used AI-generated images to impersonate wealthy women, training recruits to discuss luxury lifestyles, finance, and cryptocurrency to gain trust. Scammers reportedly persuaded victims to invest in fraudulent schemes, with police intercepting HK$34 million in illicit proceeds.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Hong Kong Based Deepfake Scam Syndicate"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology"],"harmed":["Victims Of Romance Scams In Taiwan, Victims Of Romance Scams In Singapore, Victims Of Romance Scams In Malaysia, Hong Kong Financial Regulators Investigating Fraud, Cryptocurrency Investors Defrauded By Ai Generated Profiles"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":884,"occurred_on":"2024-12-31","title":"Russian Center for Geopolitical Expertise Allegedly Used AI to Target U.S. Candidates with Disinformation in 2024 Election","description":"The Moscow-based Center for Geopolitical Expertise (CGE) allegedly used AI to produce and spread deepfakes and disinformation targeting U.S. political candidates during the 2024 general election, aiming to sway public opinion and disrupt the electoral process. On December 31, 2024, the U.S. Treasury Department imposed sanctions against the CGE and its director, Valery Korovin, for their reported role in this interference.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Center For Geopolitical Expertise (Cge), Valery Korovin, Aleksandr Dugin, Main Intelligence Directorate (Gru)"],"developers":["Center For Geopolitical Expertise (Cge), Valery Korovin, Aleksandr Dugin, Main Intelligence Directorate (Gru)"],"harmed":["2024 U.S. Elections Candidates, U.S. Electorate, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":14},{"incident_id":886,"occurred_on":"2024-12-27","title":"ChatGPT Reportedly Referenced During Las Vegas Cybertruck Explosion Planning","description":"Matthew Livelsberger, the suspect in the 2025 Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion, reportedly used ChatGPT to search for publicly available information on explosives, ammunition, and fireworks regulations. ChatGPT is alleged to have played a role in the planning of the explosion outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. The information provided by ChatGPT, though, was reportedly general and available through other public sources.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Cyberattacks, weapon development or use, and mass harm","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Openai, Matthew Livelsberger"],"developers":["Openai"],"harmed":["Seven Injured Victims In Las Vegas, Matthew Livelsberger, Bystanders And Guests Of The Trump International Hotel In Las Vegas"],"report_count":5},{"incident_id":883,"occurred_on":"2024-12-26","title":"Alleged Fake AI-Generated Christmas Card Featuring Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Children Circulates on Social Media","description":"An AI-generated Christmas card reportedly depicting Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, was shared on social media as if it were authentic. The image is reported to have been created using older public photos and flawed AI editing.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["X User Pdina, X (Twitter) Users"],"developers":["Unknown Ai Graphic Tool Developer"],"harmed":["Princess Lilibet, Prince Harry, Prince Archie, Meghan Markle"],"report_count":8},{"incident_id":914,"occurred_on":"2024-12-26","title":"Alleged Deepfake of Luis Suárez Used to Scam Uruguayans in Fake Investment Scheme","description":"On December 26, 2024, UTE, Uruguay's public utility company, warned of an alleged deepfake video circulating on Instagram, Facebook, and Threads. The video reportedly features manipulated images and voice of footballer Luis Suárez, falsely promoting an investment scheme claiming a 10,400 peso investment could yield 175,000 pesos monthly. It also reportedly uses AI-altered Telemundo footage. UTE urged the public not to share personal data, as the scam links to phishing sites posing as official so","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Braziko, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Ute, Uruguayan General Public, Telemundo, Luis Suarez, El Pais (Spain)"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":878,"occurred_on":"2024-12-19","title":"Romance Scammer 'Alla Morgan' Allegedly Exploits Deepfake Technology to Defraud Victim of £17,000","description":"A scammer, or scammers, reportedly used AI-generated deepfake videos and documents to impersonate a fictitious person named \"Alla Morgan,\" allegedly convincing a 77-year-old woman, Nikki MacLeod, to send £17,000 through various payment methods. The deepfakes were allegedly used in establishing credibility so as to enable fraud under the pretense of an online romantic relationship.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Alla Morgan, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Nikki Macleod"],"report_count":6},{"incident_id":955,"occurred_on":"2024-12-19","title":"Global Cybercrime Network Storm-2139 Allegedly Exploits AI to Generate Deepfake Content","description":"A global cybercrime network, Storm-2139, allegedly exploited stolen credentials and developed custom tools to bypass AI safety guardrails. They reportedly generated harmful deepfake content, including nonconsensual intimate images of celebrities, and their software is reported to have disabled content moderation, hijacked AI access, and resold illicit services. Microsoft disrupted the operation and filed a lawsuit in December 2024, later identifying key members of the network in February 2025.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unidentified Storm 2139 Actor From Illinois, Unidentified Storm 2139 Actor From Florida, Storm 2139, Ricky Yuen (Cg Dot), Phat Phung Tan (Asakuri), Arian Yadegarnia (Fiz), Alan Krysiak (Drago)"],"developers":["Unidentified Storm 2139 Actor From Illinois, Unidentified Storm 2139 Actor From Florida, Storm 2139, Ricky Yuen (Cg Dot), Phat Phung Tan (Asakuri), Arian Yadegarnia (Fiz), Alan Krysiak (Drago)"],"harmed":["Victims Of Deepfake Abuse, Openai, Microsoft, Celebrities, Azure Openai Customers, Ai Service Providers"],"report_count":6},{"incident_id":877,"occurred_on":"2024-12-16","title":"HTML/Nomani Deepfake Phishing Campaigns Allegedly Use AI-Generated Content to Defraud Social Media Users","description":"AI-generated deepfakes were reportedly used in the \"HTML/Nomani\" phishing campaign to mimic legitimate platforms like booking services and lured victims into investment scams. These scams allegedly leveraged realistic fake content to deceive users on social media for the purposes of financial fraud. This campaign was part of the rising misuse of AI in cybercrime during the second half of 2024.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Htmlnomani, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Phishing Victims, Booking.Com Customers, Booking.Com, Airbnb Users, Airbnb"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":961,"occurred_on":"2024-12-16","title":"Serbian Authorities Allegedly Used AI-Powered Cellebrite Tools to Unlock Journalist’s Phone and Install Spyware","description":"Serbian authorities allegedly used Cellebrite's AI-powered forensic tools to unlock journalists' and activists' phones without consent. They reportedly then installed NoviSpy, a newly discovered spyware. That then purportedly allowed covert data extraction, remote microphone and camera activation, and surveillance. Amnesty International uncovered forensic evidence linking Serbia's Security Information Agency (BIA) to these attacks. Cellebrite halted sales to Serbia after the report.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Serbian Security Information Agency (Bia), Serbian Police, Government Of Serbia"],"developers":["Serbian Security Information Agency (Bia), Cellebrite, Surveillance Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Slavisa Milanov, Nikola Ristic, Krokodil, Journalists In Serbia, Human Rights Defenders In Serbia, Environmental Activists In Serbia, Dissidents In Serbia, Civil Society Organizations In Serbia, Privacy, General Public, General Public Of Serbia"],"report_count":7},{"incident_id":872,"occurred_on":"2024-12-16","title":"AI Voice Cloning of Ari Melber Allegedly Exploited in Scam Targeting Elderly Woman","description":"A scammer allegedly impersonated MSNBC anchor Ari Melber using AI-generated voice messages and a fake social media profile to defraud a 73-year-old woman, Patricia Taylor. Over four months, the scammer reportedly manipulated her into believing they were in a relationship, ultimately convincing her to send $20,000.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Patricia Taylor, Family Of Patricia Taylor, Ari Melber"],"report_count":5},{"incident_id":871,"occurred_on":"2024-12-13","title":"Reported Deepfake Video of Elon Musk Announcing $20 Million Cryptocurrency Giveaway Circulating on Social Media","description":"A deepfake video is reportedly circulating on social media of Elon Musk announcing a $20 million cryptocurrency giveaway beginning on December 13th, 2024. It is reported to be leading people to a fraudulent website called Elon4u.com. 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The campaign reportedly exploited global social media platforms to allegedly mislead viewers and undermine trust in credible academic voices while fueling misinformation about the Ukraine conflict.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Storm 1679, Russian Entities Linked To Gru, Reliable Russian News, Operation Overload, Matryoshka"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Ronald Hutton, Academics Targeted By Storm 1679, Academics Targeted By Operation Overload, Academics Targeted By Matryoshka"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":928,"occurred_on":"2024-12-12","title":"Deepfake Cryptocurrency Scam Allegedly Impersonates Italian President Sergio Mattarella and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni","description":"A deepfake scam allegedly impersonating Italian President Sergio Mattarella and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni circulated on various platforms. It reportedly promoted a fraudulent cryptocurrency investment scheme. The deepfakes claimed the scheme was state-backed, promising €40,000 in guaranteed income. Victims were urged to invest €250, only to lose access to funds. Italy’s Consob blocked the deceptive ads and websites, marking the first enforcement of new financial fraud regulations.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Sergio Mattarella And Giorgia Meloni, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Sergio Mattarella, Giorgia Meloni, General Public Of Italy"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":874,"occurred_on":"2024-12-11","title":"One in Six Congresswomen Have Reportedly Been Targeted by AI-Generated Nonconsensual Intimate Imagery","description":"A study by the American Sunlight Project is reported to have found that one in six Congresswomen were targeted by AI-generated nonconsensual intimate imagery (NCII) shared on deepfake websites. The study reports having found 35,000 mentions of explicit content involving 26 members of Congress, with 25 being women. Women were 70 times more likely than men to be victimized, according to the report.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic video generation technology developers","Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Victims of non-consensual deepfakes","Victims of deepfake abuse","Public figures","Privacy","Politicians in the United States","Politicians","Congresswomen"],"report_count":7},{"incident_id":880,"occurred_on":"2024-12-09","title":"Scammers Reportedly Using Deepfakes of Health Experts and Public Figures in Australia to Sell Health Supplements and Give Harmful Advice","description":"Scammers are reportedly harnessing AI-generated deepfakes of health experts and public figures in Australia in order to sell health supplements and give harmful health advice. Among the reported cases, deepfake videos are alleged to have falsely depicted Jonathan Shaw and Karl Stefanovic endorsing \"Glyco Balance\" for diabetes management, while Karl Kruszelnicki reportedly was falsely shown promoting blood pressure pills.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Karl Stefanovic, Karl Kruszelnicki, Jonathan Shaw, General Public, Diabetes Patients"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":929,"occurred_on":"2024-12-06","title":"Sustained AI-Driven Russian Disinformation Campaigns Doppelgänger, Storm-1516, and Matryoshka Reportedly Disrupting German Federal Elections","description":"Leading up to Germany’s February 23, 2025, federal election, the alleged Russian Doppelgänger, Storm-1516, and Matryoshka (Operation Overload) disinformation campaigns have reportedly been deploying AI-generated deepfake videos and fake news sites to spread false claims about German politicians and public figures. AI-powered bots have allegedly been amplifying the content across social media. Researchers suggest the campaign sought to erode trust in Germany’s democratic process. Germany's domest","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Storm 1679, Storm 1516, Russian Government, Operation Overload, Matryoshka, John Mark Dougan, Doppelganger"],"developers":["Unknown Entities Related To Doppelganger, Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed British Police Officer, Unnamed American University Presidents, Robert Habeck, Olaf Scholz, Natalie Finch, German Voters, German Politicians, German Federal Election Integrity, General Public Of Germany, Friedrich Merz, Academics Targeted By Storm 1679, Academics Targeted By Operation Overload, Academics Targeted By Matryoshka, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":16},{"incident_id":870,"occurred_on":"2024-12-06","title":"Meeten Malware Campaign Reportedly Undermines Web3 Security Using AI-Legitimized Branding","description":"Threat actors, using aliases such as \"Meeten,\" \"Meetio,\" and \"Clusee,\" reportedly deployed AI-generated content to create fake company websites, blogs, and social media profiles, impersonating legitimate businesses in order to trick Web3 professionals and cryptocurrency users into downloading Realst malware. The malware allegedly targets macOS and Windows platforms, steals credentials, browser data, and cryptocurrency wallet information, exfiltrating sensitive data to remote servers.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Meetone, Meetio, Meeten, Cuesee, Clusee"],"developers":["Meetone, Meetio, Meeten, Cuesee, Clusee"],"harmed":["Web3 Professionals, Cryptocurrency Users, Targets Of Fraudulent Professional Opportunities"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1342,"occurred_on":"2024-12-01","title":"Purported Deepfake Nude Images of Students Circulated Without Consent at Valencia Educational Institute","description":"Purported deepfake nude images of female students were circulated without consent at an educational institute in Valencia, Spain. At least 16 minors reported that original photographs had been digitally manipulated so they appeared completely naked, with some images shared via social media accounts created in victims' names. The alleged creation and distribution of the images is being examined under Spanish laws related to the protection of minors.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed male student in Valencia","Synthetic media creators","Students","Men and boys","Deepfake creators","Boys","Adolescent boys"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Unnamed female students in Valencia","Students","Privacy","Minors","Girls","Epistemic integrity","Educational communities"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1448,"occurred_on":"2024-12-01","title":"Ohio Man Pleaded Guilty after Prosecutors Alleged He Used AI to Create and Distribute Nonconsensual Intimate-Image Forgeries Including CSAM in Harassment Campaign","description":"An Ohio man, James Strahler II, pleaded guilty in federal court after prosecutors alleged that, from late 2024 into mid-2025, he used AI tools to create and distribute nonconsensual intimate-image forgeries as part of a broader harassment campaign targeting at least six adult women. Authorities said the conduct also involved additional CSAM material. The Department of Justice said it believes this was the first U.S. conviction under the Take It Down Act.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","James Strahler II","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women in Ohio","Women and girls","Women","Victims of non-consensual deepfakes","Victims of deepfake child abuse","Victims of deepfake abuse","Privacy","Minors"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":876,"occurred_on":"2024-11-24","title":"Deepfake Videos Allegedly Used to Defraud Canadian Immigrants Out of Thousands of Dollars","description":"Deepfake videos allegedly impersonated Toronto immigration lawyer Max Chaudhary, targeting Canadian immigrants via WhatsApp. The videos, appearing personal and realistic, requested thousands of dollars for legal services never rendered. Exploiting confusion caused by changing immigration rules, the scam reportedly aimed to defraud vulnerable individuals during a time of desperation and uncertainty.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Immigrants In Toronto, Immigrants In Canada, Max Chaudhary"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1379,"occurred_on":"2024-11-23","title":"Florida Woman Reportedly Jailed After Ex-Boyfriend Allegedly Submitted AI-Fabricated Text Screenshot as Bond-Violation Evidence","description":"A Florida nurse, Melissa Sims, was reportedly jailed for two days for purportedly violating a bond/no-contact order. Reportedly, her ex-boyfriend produced purportedly AI-generated text messages or a \"text receipt\" attributed to her.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Eric R. Sims"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Melissa Sims, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":21},{"incident_id":912,"occurred_on":"2024-11-21","title":"Yahoo Boys and Scammers from Morocco Allegedly Target U.S. Widows and Vulnerable Individuals with 'Artificial Patriot' Scams","description":"Yahoo Boys (from Nigeria and Ghana) and scammers from Morocco are reportedly targeting U.S. widows and vulnerable individuals using AI-generated images and fake military profiles in \"Artificial Patriot\" scams. They have allegedly impersonated military officials such as General Matthew W. McFarlane to gain trust, sharing fabricated backstories and emotional appeals. Once trust is established, they request money through untraceable methods.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Yahoo Boys, Scammers In West Africa, Scammers In Nigeria, Scammers In Ghana, Brouteurs, Scammers In Morocco"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Widows, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Matthew W. Mcfarlane, Impersonated American Military Officials, Epistemic Integrity, Emotionally Vulnerable Individuals, American Widows"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":843,"occurred_on":"2024-11-20","title":"Generative AI Plagiarism Incident at Hingham High School Reportedly Tied to Inaccurate Citation Outputs from Grammarly AI","description":"In December 2023, two Hingham High School students (\"RNH\" and unnamed) reportedly used Grammarly to create a script for an AP U.S. History project. The AI-generated text included fabricated citations to nonexistent books, which the student copied and pasted without verification or acknowledgment of AI use. This violated the school's academic integrity policies, leading to disciplinary action. RNH's parents later sued the school district, but a federal court ruled in favor of the school.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Hingham High School Students, Hingham High School Student Rnh"],"developers":["Grammarly"],"harmed":["Hingham High School Students, Hingham High School Student Rnh, Hingham High School, Academic Integrity, Students, High School Students, Epistemic Integrity, Educational Communities"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1035,"occurred_on":"2024-11-20","title":"Purported AI-Generated Video Depicts Trump Urging Release of Nigerian Separatist Leader Nnamdi Kanu","description":"A reportedly AI-manipulated video circulated on social media that falsely portrayed U.S. President-elect Donald Trump calling for the release of Nigerian separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu and threatening sanctions against Nigeria. The video allegedly used old footage paired with AI-generated audio mimicking Trump's voice. Fact-checkers identified the video as inauthentic, noting mismatched lip-sync, fabricated quotes, and the fictitious date of \"November 31st.\"","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Nnamdi Kanu, General Public Of Nigeria, Donald Trump, Democratic Integrity, Journalistic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":990,"occurred_on":"2024-11-19","title":"Corinth School District Educator in Mississippi Allegedly Used AI to Generate CSAM of Students","description":"An educator in the Corinth School District of Mississippi, Wilson Jones, was arrested for allegedly using AI to generate child sexual abuse material (CSAM) of students. A complaint was filed with the police on January 29th, 2025, and a search warrant was executed on March 3rd, 2025. The FBI allege that the crime was committed sometime on or before November 19th, 2024.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Wilson Jones, Educators, Teachers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Students Of Corinth School District In Mississippi, Families Of Students Of Corinth School District In Mississippi, Students, Minors, Educational Communities"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":887,"occurred_on":"2024-11-14","title":"Students of Richland School District in Cambria County, Pennsylvania Allegedly Used AI to Generate Obscene Images of Other Students","description":"The Richland School District (Cambria County, Pennsylvania) released a statement on November 19, 2024 announcing an investigation into \"some secondary students\" who are alleged to have used AI to \"create and electronically distribute obscene images of Richland students.\" The school administrators became aware of the incident on November 14, 2024.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Richland School District Students, Students, Minors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Richland School District Students, Students, Educational Communities, Minors"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1064,"occurred_on":"2024-11-14","title":"Alleged AI-Generated Scam Uses Bank of Cyprus Branding to Solicit Investments","description":"An alleged fraudulent online platform presented as the \"Bank of Cyprus Trading AI Platform\" was promoted using reportedly fabricated media, including a video that appeared to depict the Bank's CEO endorsing the service. The video reportedly used misleading branding, including the BBC logo, and promised unrealistic investment returns. The Bank of Cyprus publicly denied any affiliation and warned customers about the use of AI-generated content in the scam.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unidentified Scam Network, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Prospective Investors In Cyprus, Panicos Nicolaou, General Public Of Cyprus, Bbc, Bank Of Cyprus Customers, Bank Of Cyprus"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":862,"occurred_on":"2024-11-03","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Video Allegedly Depicts Martin Luther King Jr. Supporting Donald Trump","description":"A purported deepfake video allegedly depicting Martin Luther King Jr. endorsing Donald Trump circulated on X, where it was reported to have been viewed over 10 million times. The video, reportedly created by pro-Trump accounts, was reportedly condemned by King's daughter, Bernice King, who called it \"vile\" and demanded its removal. ","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["X (Twitter), Ramble Rants, Pro Trump Social Media Accounts, Maga Resource, Dilley Meme Team"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Martin Luther King Jr., Family Of Martin Luther King Jr., Bernice King, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":837,"occurred_on":"2024-11-02","title":"Reportedly Fake CNN Broadcast Allegedly Used to Spread False Texas Election Results","description":"A reportedly fabricated CNN broadcast graphic showing early Texas election results for the 2024 U.S. presidential race circulated on social media on November 2, 2024. The purportedly manipulated image claimed that Vice President Kamala Harris led over Donald Trump before polls opened, allegedly fueling misinformation about election integrity. CNN is reported to have confirmed the image was inauthentic, and AFP debunked the claims.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Pre-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["James Woods, Anonymous X User"],"developers":["Unknown Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Texas Voters, Cnn, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":953,"occurred_on":"2024-11-01","title":"Deepfake Videos of Barbara O’Neill Allegedly Used in Health Scam Targeting Social Media Users","description":"Deepfake videos of Barbara O’Neill, an Australian alternative health advocate banned from giving medical advice, have allegedly been used in fraudulent social media ads promoting false health cures. They include treatments for prostate issues and erectile dysfunction. These manipulated videos have been widely circulated across African countries. The scam directs users to deceptive websites, potentially for phishing or financial fraud. O’Neill has denied involvement.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Barbara O'Neill, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Barbara O'Neill, Individuals With Health Problems, Citizens Of Various African Nations, Social Media Users"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":867,"occurred_on":"2024-10-31","title":"AI-Generated Airline Reviews Allegedly Mislead Consumers and Undermine Trust","description":"AI-generated reviews of airline services have reportedly increased by 189% since the release of ChatGPT, with certain carriers like China Southern Airlines and SouthWest Airlines disproportionately affected, according to a study by Originality.ai. 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In December 2025, a federal jury reportedly awarded damages for harassment and promotion of the deepfake.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Milagro Gramz, Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Megan Thee Stallion, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":851,"occurred_on":"2024-10-25","title":"Salt Lake City Police Chief Mike Brown's Voice and Image Misused in AI-Generated Scam","description":"A scammer used AI to create a deepfake video of Salt Lake City Police Chief Mike Brown, falsely claiming that a recipient owed $100,000 to the federal government. The video, sent via email from a fake SLCPD account, used a cloned voice and repurposed footage from a past interview.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Mike Brown, Woods Cross Residents, Salt Lake City Residents"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":1089,"occurred_on":"2024-10-23","title":"Purported AI-Generated Content Circulates Widely in Sudan Amid Civil Conflict and Information Vacuum","description":"Purported AI-generated deepfakes have circulated widely on Sudanese social media during the ongoing conflict, allegedly spreading false claims, impersonating public figures, and distorting political discourse. Reported incidents include fabricated videos and audio used to mislead or satirize, some of which gained traction among journalists and officials. Observers warn that poor detection tools and limited moderation may be enabling the manipulation of public trust.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Various Actors Aligned With Sudanese Factions"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Political Leaders Of Sudan, Journalists Of Sudan, General Public Of Sudan, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":848,"occurred_on":"2024-10-18","title":"High School Student in Córdoba, Argentina Accused of Using AI to Generate Explicit Images of Classmates","description":"An 18-year-old Argentine student at the pre-university institute of Manuel Belgrano of Córdoba allegedly used AI tools to generate explicit fake images of at least 22 female classmates by combining their faces with other bodies. These images, posted on pornography websites, included the victims' names, leading to harassment and significant psychological harm. Legal authorities charged the student with serious injuries aggravated by gender violence.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed 18-year-old Manuel Belgrano male student","University students","Synthetic media creators","Students","Men and boys","Men","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Women","Unnamed Manuel Belgrano female students","University students","Students","Privacy","Epistemic integrity","Educational communities"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1459,"occurred_on":"2024-10-17","title":"Video with Reportedly AI-Generated Media Purported to Show Croatian Physician Alemka Markotić Endorsing Hondrosol After False Murder Claim on Facebook","description":"A Facebook video purported to show Croatian infectious-disease physician Alemka Markotić and TV host Zoran Šprajc discussing her supposed murder and endorsing a joint-pain product called Hondrosol. The clip and linked article were reported to use AI-generated or manipulated media and to mimic Croatian government branding, directing users toward a scam purchase page.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Zoran Sprajc, People Seeking Medical Advice, Ministry Of Health (Croatia), Ministarstvo Zdravstva, General Public Of Croatia, Epistemic Integrity, Alemka Markotic"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":824,"occurred_on":"2024-10-16","title":"Purported Deepfake Allegedly Misattributes Claims to Former Student in Attack on Vice-Presidential Candidate Tim Walz","description":"A purported viral deepfake accused Democratic vice-presidential nominee Tim Walz of misconduct by using the stolen identity of former student Matthew Metro. Circulated on X and other platforms, the video reportedly reached millions before being flagged for manipulation. U.S. intelligence later revealed it and three other similar events were part of the Russian disinformation campaign Storm-1516, whose aim is to disrupt the 2024 elections. 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Prosecutors said only one platform was successfully breached.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Fu Mou","Deepfake creators","Cybercriminals"],"developers":["Synthetic video generation technology developers","Synthetic media generation technology developers","Face-swap technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed financial payment platform","Individuals affected by compromise of 1.95 million+ personal records","23 unnamed victims whose payment accounts were accessed"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1354,"occurred_on":"2024-10-10","title":"Purportedly AI-Altered Fake Nude Images of High School Girls and Women Reportedly Created and Disseminated in Pensacola, Florida","description":"In Pensacola, Florida, an 18-year-old man allegedly used an online AI image-alteration application to digitally \"undress\" photos of dozens of girls and young women without their consent, creating realistic fake nude images. Some source photos were reportedly taken when the victims were minors. The images were reportedly discovered on the man's phone and subsequently copied and shared with other students by a third party, prompting a police investigation and arrest.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed 18 Year Old Male Student From Pensacola"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Students From Pensacola, Students, Minors, Epistemic Integrity, Educational Communities"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":819,"occurred_on":"2024-10-09","title":"ProKYC Tool Allegedly Facilitates Deepfake-Based Account Fraud on Cryptocurrency Exchanges","description":"Cato CTRL security researchers reported that the cybercriminal group ProKYC is selling a deepfake tool capable of bypassing biometric and two-factor authentication (2FA) systems on cryptocurrency exchanges. The tool creates synthetic identities using AI-generated videos and forged documents, enabling fraudulent account creation. A demo video from ProKYC shows the tool in action against ByBit, allowing attackers to verify fake accounts for purposes such as money laundering and identity theft.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Prokyc"],"developers":["Prokyc"],"harmed":["Bybit, Cryptocurrency Exchanges, Cryptocurrency Investors"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":839,"occurred_on":"2024-10-07","title":"Purportedly AI-Driven Phishing Scam Uses Spoofed Google Call to Attempt Gmail Breach of Security Expert","description":"Scammers allegedly used a purportedly AI-generated voice to impersonate a Google representative in an attempt to steal Gmail account credentials from security expert Sam Mitrovic. The reportedly AI-driven phishing call used a spoofed Google phone number and a fabricated email, making the scam appear legitimate. Mitrovic reportedly noted that the caller's professional demeanor, coupled with AI-generated speech and a Google-related number, could easily deceive unsuspecting users.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Sam Mitrovic, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":20},{"incident_id":865,"occurred_on":"2024-10-02","title":"Fake AI 'Nudify' Sites Reportedly Linked to Malware Distribution by Russian Hacker Collective FIN7","description":"The hacker group FIN7 is allegedly behind fake AI \"nudify\" websites distributing infostealer malware to users, according to an investigation by Silent Push. These sites are reported to lure individuals seeking deepfake AI tools into downloading malware disguised as software to \"nudify\" photos. The malware steals sensitive data from victims, which is used for extortion or financial fraud. FIN7's activity on this front reportedly marks the revival of a group previously declared defunct by the U.S.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Fin7, Carbon Spider, Elbrus, Sangria Tempest"],"developers":["Fin7, Carbon Spider, Elbrus, Sangria Tempest"],"harmed":["Users Of Fake Nudify Sites"],"report_count":5},{"incident_id":1194,"occurred_on":"2024-10-01","title":"L.A. 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Her daughter intervened in February 2025, but the family now reportedly faces bankruptcy and legal battles to recover losses.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Steve Burton, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Steve Burton, General Public, Family Of Abigail Ruvalcaba, Abigail Ruvalcaba"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":841,"occurred_on":"2024-10-01","title":"Purportedly AI-Manipulated Video Allegedly Targets Moldovan Economic Development Minister Dumitru Alaiba in Election Disinformation Campaign","description":"A purportedly AI-manipulated video and some photos circulated online depicting Moldova's Economic Development Minister, Dumitru Alaiba, in compromising situations as part of an alleged disinformation campaign by pro-Kremlin supporters, one that has been reported to rely on AI to generate fake content. Alaiba reportedly denounced the purported synthetic media as having been released to mislead the public and influence Moldova's elections by undermining his reputation and the government's pro-Euro","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Government Of Russia, Anti European Union Influencers, Pro Russian Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Unknown Ai Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Pro European Union Moldovans, Moldovan General Public, Government Of Moldova, Dumitru Alaiba, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1014,"occurred_on":"2024-10-01","title":"Students in Maltese Schools Reportedly Being Targeted by Deepfake Nudes","description":"Beginning sometime in October 2024, students ranging in age from 12 to 20 in schools in Malta were targeted in deepfake nude incidents. The attackers have been superimposing the faces of some of the students over the bodies of naked girls or using \"nudify\" apps to \"undress\" the photos, which have reportedly been sent to the victims over WhatsApp in order to humiliate them or in some cases blackmail them.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Deepfake Creators, Deepfake Creators In Malta"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Students In Malta, Students, Minors In Malta, Minors, General Public Of Malta, Educational Communities"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":818,"occurred_on":"2024-09-28","title":"Jennifer Aniston’s Likeness Allegedly Exploited in Purported Deepfake Collagen Supplement Promotion","description":"A purportedly AI-generated deepfake video featuring Jennifer Aniston falsely promoting collagen supplements reportedly circulated on Facebook, misleading viewers about her involvement. The video, reportedly created without her consent, used footage from a previous roundtable interview, purportedly modified by AI to advertise health products. ","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Jennifer Aniston Fans, Jennifer Aniston, Facebook Users"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":947,"occurred_on":"2024-09-25","title":"Two Members of Highline Public Schools Community in King County, Washington Reportedly Targeted in Deepfake Kidnapping Scam","description":"Two members of the Highline Public Schools community in Burien, a town in King County, Washington, were reportedly targeted in a deepfake kidnapping scam. Scammers allegedly used AI-generated voice cloning technology to convincingly mimic the voices of their family members. The scammers reportedly used the altered voices to claim they had been kidnapped and demanding a ransom be paid.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Highline Public Schools, Families Of Highline Public Schools, Students, Minors, Parents, Educational Communities, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":972,"occurred_on":"2024-09-25","title":"Russian Influence Operation Allegedly Uses AI to Create Fake Kamala Harris Campaign Website and Rhino-Hunting Hoax","description":"A Russian disinformation campaign, linked to Storm-1516 and Kremlin propagandist John Mark Dougan, allegedly used AI-generated content to target Kamala Harris’s election bid. The operation included a fake campaign website promoting extreme policies and an AI-enhanced deepfake video falsely claiming Harris killed an endangered rhino in Zambia. The hoaxes were spread via Telegram, X, VK, and pro-Kremlin media outlets.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Storm 1516, John Mark Dougan, Russian State Media, Sputnik, Rt (Russia Today), Pravda Network"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Kamala Harris, American Voters, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1065,"occurred_on":"2024-09-23","title":"Scammers Allegedly Use AI-Generated Avatars to Impersonate Friends in Houston, Texas and Solicit Money","description":"Two Houston women reported being targeted in an alleged scam involving AI-generated videos that appeared to depict trusted friends. The purported deepfake avatars were reportedly used via social media and messaging apps to solicit access codes and promote fraudulent sales. Victims are reported to have lost control of their accounts, and friends of the impersonated individuals sent money believing the videos were authentic.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Stacey Svegliato, Sara Sandlin, General Public, General Public In Houston"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":805,"occurred_on":"2024-09-19","title":"Senator Ben Cardin Reportedly Received a Purported Deepfake Zoom Call Impersonating Former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba","description":"Senator Ben Cardin was reportedly targeted with a purported deepfake on a Zoom call that appeared to imitate former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba. The allegedly AI-generated video reproduced his likeness and voice but drew attention when the caller asked unusual questions.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Malicious Actor Impersonating Dmytro Kuleba"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Dmytro Kuleba, Ben Cardin, Relations Between The United States And Ukraine, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders"],"report_count":10},{"incident_id":858,"occurred_on":"2024-09-19","title":"Deepfake Reportedly Used in Attempted Real Estate Fraud in Hallandale Beach, Florida","description":"A scammer reportedly used deepfake technology to impersonate the owner of a vacant Hallandale Beach, Florida lot during a Zoom call. The scam matched forged IDs to public property records and nearly succeeded in defrauding the buyer of $52,000. The image used in the deepfake was reportedly that of a missing woman named Margrit Pritchard.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Udi Levi, Margrit Pritchard, Lauren Albrecht, Josh Mor, Florida Title And Trust"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":840,"occurred_on":"2024-09-18","title":"AI-Generated Media Reportedly Used in Russian Disinformation Campaign in Moldova","description":"Russian-linked entities allegedly deployed AI-generated images and videos to spread disinformation aimed at swaying Moldova’s referendum on E.U. membership. The AI-enhanced media campaign included fabricated stories and doctored visuals, the purpose of which was reportedly designed to amplify fear and undermine pro-E.U. sentiment in the days leading up to the referendum.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Russia Backed Influencers, Maria Zakharova, Ilan Shor, Government Of Russia"],"developers":["Unknown Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Pro Eu Moldovans, Moldovan General Public, Maia Sandu, Government Of Moldova, Dumitru Alaiba, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":856,"occurred_on":"2024-09-15","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Audio Allegedly Fabricates Biden's Admission of Role in Pakistani Political Crisis","description":"A purported deepfake audio file is alleged to have falsely claimed that U.S. President Joe Biden conspired with Pakistan's Army Chief, General Syed Asim Munir, to remove former Prime Minister Imran Khan in 2022. Widely shared online, the audio is reported to have exploited generative AI to spread political misinformation.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Syed Asim Munir, Relations Between The U.S. And Pakistan, People Of Pakistan, Joe Biden, Imran Khan"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":802,"occurred_on":"2024-09-13","title":"Purported Deepfake of Brian May Allegedly Exploited in Scam Offering Fake Queen Backstage Tickets","description":"Scammers allegedly created an AI-generated deepfake of Queen guitarist Brian May, reportedly posting a video on TikTok in which the fake May offers backstage tickets to a Queen concert. The real Brian May reportedly warned fans about this \"disgusting\" scam, emphasizing that Queen has no tour dates planned and does not sell backstage access.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Deepfake Creators, Scammers Impersonating Brian May"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Media Generation Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Synthetic Video Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Tiktok Users, Queen (Band) Fans, General Public Of The United Kingdom, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Brian May Fans, Financial Scam Victims, Victims Of Deepfake Enabled Fraud"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":806,"occurred_on":"2024-09-13","title":"Criminal Group Uses AI Deepfake Technology to Steal Personal Data in Hangzhou, Zhejiang","description":"A criminal group in China used AI face-swapping technology to bypass face recognition systems on major platforms, steal personal data, and sell it to fraud syndicates. The group generated convincing video simulations from static photos to breach accounts, reportedly earning 200,000 yuan. After an investigation by the Hangzhou Public Security Bureau, four suspects were arrested across the provinces of Anhui, Guizhou, and Zhejiang.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Zhang Mouguo, Wu Mouhao, Hu Mouyun, Hu Mouliang, Scammers"],"developers":["Ai Face Swapping Technology Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers, Multimodal Large Model Developers"],"harmed":["Privacy, Chinese Online Platform Users, General Public, General Public Of China"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":782,"occurred_on":"2024-09-09","title":"AI 'Nudify' Apps Used as Tools for Blackmail and Extortion","description":"AI 'nudify' apps are being used to generate hyperrealistic non-consensual nude photos of individuals, which are then exploited for extortion and harassment. These apps use generative AI to remove clothing from images and create convincing fakes, often distributed on platforms like Telegram. Victims are threatened or shamed using these AI-generated images, with little recourse for removal or legal action.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Sextortionists","Extortionists","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Deepfake creators"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Women","Victims of non-consensual deepfakes","Victims of deepfake abuse","Privacy","General public of India","General public","Epistemic integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":779,"occurred_on":"2024-09-04","title":"Music Producer Michael Smith Reportedly Arrested for Allegedly Using AI-Generated Songs in $10 Million Streaming Scam","description":"Music producer Michael Smith was reportedly arrested for allegedly using AI-generated songs and fake streaming accounts to scam over $10 million in royalties from major music platforms. By purportedly creating hundreds of thousands of songs and employing bots to artificially inflate streams, Smith reportedly circumvented fraud detection systems. The scheme was reportedly exposed after suspicions arose regarding the rapid generation of music and streaming anomalies.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Michael Smith, Money Launderers, Scammers"],"developers":["Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Synthetic Media Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Spotify, Music Streaming Services, Apple Music, Amazon Music"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1458,"occurred_on":"2024-09-03","title":"Video with Reportedly AI-Generated Media Purported to Show Croatian Neurosurgeon Josip Paladino Endorsing Steplex in Fake TV Segment on Facebook","description":"A Facebook page reportedly posted a video styled as a TV news segment that purported to show Croatian neurosurgeon Josip Paladino endorsing a pain-treatment product called Steplex after an on-air assault. The clip was reported to use AI-generated or manipulated media built from older footage, and the ad linked users to a page mimicking Croatia's Ministry of Health while soliciting purchases and contact data.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Green Facebook Page, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["People Seeking Medical Advice, Ministry Of Health (Croatia), Ministarstvo Zdravstva, Josip Paladino, General Public Of Croatia, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":800,"occurred_on":"2024-09-03","title":"53% of American and British Businesses Report Attacks by AI-Powered Deepfake Scams in 2024","description":"According to Medius, Deepfake scams have targeted 53% of businesses in the U.S. and U.K., with 43% falling victim. Using AI to create realistic fake videos and audio of corporate executives, scammers have successfully stolen millions, including $25 million from British engineering group Arup. ","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["American Businesses, British Businesses, Finance Professionals, Employees, Arup"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":801,"occurred_on":"2024-09-02","title":"Bias in AI Deepfake Detection Undermines Election Security in Global South","description":"AI deepfake detection tools are reportedly failing voters in the Global South due to biases in their training data. These tools, which prioritize English language and Western faces, show reduced accuracy when detecting manipulated content from non-Western regions. As a result of this detection gap, election integrity faces threats from and the amplification of misinformation, which leaves journalists and researchers with inadequate resources to combat the issue.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Deepfake Detection Technology Developers, True Media, Reality Defender"],"developers":["Unknown Deepfake Detection Technology Developers, True Media, Reality Defender"],"harmed":["Global South Citizens, Political Researchers, Global South Local Fact Checkers, Non Native English Speakers, Global South Journalists, Civil Society Organizations In Developing Countries"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":969,"occurred_on":"2024-09-02","title":"Russian Disinformation Campaign Allegedly Used Fake News Site 'KBSF-San Francisco News' and Deepfake Video to Falsely Accuse Kamala Harris of 2011 Hit-and-Run","description":"A Russian disinformation campaign allegedly used a fake news site, \"KBSF-San Francisco News,\" and an AI-generated deepfake video to falsely accuse Kamala Harris of a 2011 hit-and-run accident in San Francisco. The deepfake featured a fabricated African-American victim, whose AI-generated testimony spread widely across social media. Microsoft identified the hoax as part of Russian cyber influence operations targeting the 2024 U.S. election, with the site registered in Iceland.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Storm 1516, Kbsf San Francisco News, John Mark Dougan, Government Of Russia"],"developers":["John Mark Dougan, Government Of Russia"],"harmed":["Kamala Harris, General Public Of The United States, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Journalistic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":775,"occurred_on":"2024-09-02","title":"Elon Musk Reportedly Shared an AI-Generated Image Depicting Kamala Harris Dressed as a Communist Ruler","description":"Elon Musk reportedly shared an AI-generated image on X depicting Kamala Harris as a \"communist dictator\" in response to her post about Donald Trump's political intentions.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Xai, X (Twitter), Elon Musk"],"developers":["Xai"],"harmed":["Kamala Harris, General Public"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1365,"occurred_on":"2024-09-01","title":"AkiraBot Reportedly Used OpenAI to Spam Website Chats and Contact Forms at Scale","description":"SentinelLabs reported that unknown operators used AkiraBot, a Python framework, plus OpenAI's chat API to generate customized SEO spam and bypass CAPTCHAs, posting via SMB websites' contact forms and Reamaze-style chat widgets. Researchers assessed >400k domains were targeted and ≥80k successfully spammed since 09/01/2024. OpenAI said the API key was disabled after disclosure.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Malicious Actors, Unknown Akirabot Operators"],"developers":["Unknown Akirabot Developers, Openai"],"harmed":["Wix Sites, Victims Of Akirabot, Squarespace Sites, Small Business Owners, Shopify Sites, Medium Sized Business Owners, Godaddy Sites, Customers, Business Website Users, Business Owners"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":1464,"occurred_on":"2024-08-28","title":"Purportedly AI-Manipulated Video Reportedly Misrepresented Bulgarian DPS Figure Ahmed Dogan and Spread via TikTok and Facebook","description":"A reportedly AI-manipulated video appeared to repurpose footage of Ahmed Dogan, honorary chairman of Bulgaria's Movement for Rights and Freedoms (DPS), by overlaying synthetic audio that made him seem to urge party members to protest in defense of his wealth. The clip reportedly originated from a satirical TikTok account and was later circulated on Facebook by anonymous profiles.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Metodi Stoychev, Georgi Georgiev, Anonymous Tiktok Satire Profile, Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Epistemic Integrity, Ahmed Dogan, General Public, General Public Of Bulgaria"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":777,"occurred_on":"2024-08-28","title":"South Korea Reportedly Experienced a Surge of Explicit Deepfake Pornography","description":"At the end of August 2024, South Korean authorities reportedly began investigating a significant surge in the creation and dissemination, often via Telegram, of explicit deepfake pornography created without consent from the stolen social media content of female classmates, teachers, and neighbors.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Women","Victims of non-consensual deepfakes","Victims of deepfake abuse","Privacy","General public of South Korea","General public","Epistemic integrity"],"report_count":7},{"incident_id":1457,"occurred_on":"2024-08-27","title":"Video with Reportedly AI-Generated Media Purported to Show Croatian Immunologist Stipan Jonjić Promoting Anti-Parasite Product on Facebook","description":"A Facebook page reportedly posted a video that purported to show Croatian immunologist Stipan Jonjić endorsing an anti-parasite product and recommending it over conventional treatment. The clip was reported to use AI-generated or manipulated media, and Jonjić denied involvement. A woman was reported to have purchased the product after seeing the ad.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Sepenuhnya Alami Facebook Page, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Stipan Jonjic, People Seeking Medical Advice, General Public Of Croatia, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":864,"occurred_on":"2024-08-23","title":"Generative AI Allegedly Used to Facilitate $255,000 Real Estate Fraud Scheme","description":"A real estate scam is reported to have used AI-generated phishing emails to impersonate a title company lawyer, tricking homebuyer Raegan Bartlo into wiring $255,000 to a fraudulent account. The emails were alleged to be convincing, with no grammatical errors or tone issues. Bartlo recovered part of the funds but lost $112,000.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Real Estate Market, Raegan Bartlo, Financial Institutions"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":780,"occurred_on":"2024-08-23","title":"Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Soldier Faces Allegations of Using AI to Generate Child Pornography","description":"Seth Herrera, a U.S. Army soldier at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER), is accused of using artificial intelligence to generate pornography depicting minors with whom he was in contact. 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The image was intended to undermine Harris ahead of the Democratic National Convention and to suggest that her views are aligned with communism.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Donald Trump"],"developers":["Image Generation Technology"],"harmed":["Kamala Harris, Democratic National Committee, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":766,"occurred_on":"2024-08-18","title":"Trump Reportedly Shares Purportedly AI-Generated Images Falsely Suggesting Taylor Swift Endorsement","description":"Donald Trump reportedly shared images that were purportedly generated by AI on social media that are alleged to have depicted Taylor Swift endorsing him for the upcoming election. The images reportedly included Swift dressed as Uncle Sam and fans wearing \"Swifties for Trump\" shirts.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Donald Trump"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Taylor Swift, Swifties, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1004,"occurred_on":"2024-08-15","title":"San Francisco City Attorney Sues Operators of AI Deepfake Pornography Websites for Violations of State and Federal Law","description":"In August 2024, the San Francisco City Attorney’s Office filed a first-of-its-kind lawsuit against 16 websites accused of using generative AI to create and distribute nonconsensual pornographic deepfakes, including images of minors. The sites, which had over 200 million visits in six months, invited users to upload real images to generate explicit fakes. By March 2025, 11 of the targeted websites had shut down following legal pressure.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Operators of 16 deepfake pornography websites","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women depicted in deepfake pornography","Women and girls","Women","Victims of non-consensual deepfakes","Victims of deepfake child abuse","Victims of deepfake abuse","Privacy","Minors depicted in deepfake pornography"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":795,"occurred_on":"2024-08-14","title":"Deepfake Elon Musk Videos Have Reportedly Contributed to Billions in Fraud","description":"Scammers used AI to create deepfake videos of Elon Musk promoting fraudulent investment opportunities. Over time, these scams have reportedly led to billions in investor losses. The deepfakes also use voice cloning technology. They have been distributed on social media and YouTube. In particular, they target the elderly, such as 82-year-old Steve Beauchamp, to invest significant sums. Despite efforts by platforms to remove these videos, the scams continue to proliferate.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Elderly Investors, Cryptocurrency Users, Online Investors, Social Media Users, Retirees Seeking Investment Opportunities, Steve Beauchamp, Elon Musk"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":761,"occurred_on":"2024-08-08","title":"TikTok AI System Used to Amplify Election Disinformation by Foreign Networks","description":"AI-generated misinformation on TikTok, driven by foreign networks, has flooded the platform with false narratives about the 2024 U.S. presidential election. Thousands of videos spreading political lies were identified, potentially influencing millions of users. Despite TikTok’s efforts to remove these accounts, the AI-driven disinformation campaign continues to challenge the integrity of the election.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Tiktok Users From China, Unknown Tiktok Users From Iran, Unknown Tiktok Users From Nigeria, Unknown Tiktok Users From Vietnam"],"developers":["Tiktok"],"harmed":["American Electorate, General Public, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":835,"occurred_on":"2024-08-06","title":"Purportedly AI-Manipulated Synthetic Media Allegedly Fuels False Reports of Natural Disasters and Accidents in China","description":"In China, purported AI tools were reportedly used to fabricate and disseminate false reports of disasters, including a landslide in Yunnan, an earthquake in Sichuan, and a sudden death after a traffic incident. On May 27, 2024, a real 5.0-magnitude earthquake occurred in Muli County, Sichuan, with no casualties and limited property damage. However, a social media post later falsely claimed the epicenter was in Xide County and exaggerated the event's severity, adding fabricated images of extensiv","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Yang Moumou, Tian Mou, Lou Moumou"],"developers":["Unknown Ai Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Yunnan General Public, Xide County In Sichuan Residents, Sichuan General Public, Muli County In Sichuan Residents, Chinese General Public, Chinese Citizens, Chengcheng County Shaanxi Residents"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1034,"occurred_on":"2024-08-04","title":"Reported AI-Manipulated Video Depicts Donald Trump Endorsing Peter Obi and Criticizing Bola Tinubu","description":"A widely circulated video reportedly falsely depicts Donald Trump endorsing Nigerian politician Peter Obi and criticizing President Bola Tinubu. FactCheckAfrica confirmed the video was false, originally sourced from a 2017 U.S. presidential interview about Trump's first 100 days in office. AI-generated audio and altered visuals were reportedly used to fabricate a politically charged statement unrelated to the original content.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Peter Obi, General Public Of Nigeria, Donald Trump, Bola Tinubu, Democratic Integrity, Journalistic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1245,"occurred_on":"2024-08-02","title":"Norwegian Student Reportedly Used AI-Generated Deepfake Videos in Spanish Coursework at University of South-Eastern Norway","description":"A student at the University of South-Eastern Norway reportedly submitted multiple deepfake videos for Spanish coursework, featuring an AI-generated likeness and synthetic voice. Faculty reportedly noted unnatural facial movements and inconsistent language ability. The case was reportedly ruled academic misconduct, resulting in annulled grades and a year-long suspension, marking one of Norway's first confirmed deepfake-related cheating cases.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed University Of South Eastern Norway Student, Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["University Of South Eastern Norway, Universitetet I Sorost Norge, Epistemic Integrity, Academic Integrity, Students, Minors, Teachers, Educational Communities"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1291,"occurred_on":"2024-08-01","title":"South Korean Fraud Ring Allegedly Used Deepfake Identities to Traffic Victims into Cambodia Scam Operations","description":"Authorities in Vietnam arrested three South Korean men alleged to have used purported deepfake identities in a cross-border romance scam scheme. Victims were reportedly deceived into travel and coerced into moving to Cambodia, where they reportedly were forced into performing scam operations after their passports were taken. The network allegedly obtained about USD $1 million in 2024 before the suspects fled Cambodia and were arrested in Da Nang on October 28, 2025.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Choi Minsu, Choi Jinwoo, Seo Jaeseok"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["General Public, Victims Of Romance Scams, Trafficking Victims Coerced Into Scam Operations, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":756,"occurred_on":"2024-07-26","title":"Deepfake of Kamala Harris Saying Damaging Comments Circulates on X and Is Amplified by Elon Musk","description":"The X user @MrReaganUSA uploaded a deepfake of Kamala Harris saying damaging comments about Joe Biden and her own qualifications for the presidency, originally marking it as a parody. The post was shared and amplified eight hours later via Elon Musk's account without the disclaimer.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["X (Twitter), Elon Musk, @Mrreaganusa"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Kamala Harris, Joe Biden, General Public, American Voters, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":836,"occurred_on":"2024-07-23","title":"Sichuan Province Beset by Numerous Fabricated AI-Generated Reports of Disasters and Crises","description":"In Sichuan, AI tools were reportedly used to create and disseminate false reports across various cities, including fabricated stories of landslides, earthquakes, standoffs, accidents, and health-related incidents. These AI-driven rumors misled the public, caused alarm and confusion, and strained local authorities. The alleged perpetrators sought social media engagement and financial gain through clickbait content. The authorities in Sichuan ultimately levied administrative penalties against the ","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Zhu Mou, Zhou Moumou, Zhang Moumou, Yang Moumou, Wang Mou, Shang Moumou, Luo Moumou, Liu Mou, Ji Moumou, Chen Mou"],"developers":["Unknown Ai Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Sichuan General Public, Sichuan Authorities"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1129,"occurred_on":"2024-07-21","title":"Purported AI-Generated Video Depicting Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Using Drugs Shared by Rodrigo Duterte Supporters and Amplified by China-Linked Spamouflage","description":"A purported deepfake video depicting Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. using drugs was released by Rodrigo Duterte ally Claire \"Maharlika\" Contreras at a Maisug rally in Los Angeles. The clip was reportedly timed to discredit Marcos ahead of his State of the Nation Address. Philippine authorities reportedly confirmed it was fake. The video was allegedly amplified by China's Spamouflage network via coordinated inauthentic accounts on X and YouTube.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Spamouflage, Rodrigo Duterte Supporters, Government Of China, Claire Contreras"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Philippines China Relations, Government Of The Philippines, General Public Of The Philippines, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":966,"occurred_on":"2024-07-16","title":"Ferrari Executive Targeted by AI Deepfake Scam Impersonating CEO Benedetto Vigna","description":"A Ferrari executive was targeted by an AI-generated deepfake impersonating CEO Benedetto Vigna in an alleged fraud attempt. The scammer, using WhatsApp and a cloned voice, claimed an urgent, secretive financial deal required immediate action. The executive became suspicious after detecting slight artificial intonations; the scam failed when the executive tested the caller by asking about a recent book recommendation.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Phishers, Scammers Impersonating Benedetto Vigna, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Unnamed Ferrari Executive, Benedetto Vigna, Ferrari"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":907,"occurred_on":"2024-07-15","title":"Taranaki, New Zealand Resident Allegedly Defrauded of $224K in Bitcoin Scam Using Deepfake of Prime Minister Christopher Luxon","description":"A Taranaki, New Zealand resident allegedly lost $224,000 in a Bitcoin scam involving a deepfake video reportedly depicting Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. The AI-generated video, shared on Facebook, purportedly promoted cryptocurrency investments targeting superannuitants. Scammers posing as financial advisers reportedly gained remote access to the victim’s computer and created accounts to facilitate the transfer of funds.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Posing As Christopher Luxon, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Superannuitants, Pensioners, New Zealanders, Jill Creasy, Elderly Investors"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1230,"occurred_on":"2024-07-11","title":"Suspect in Palisades Fire Allegedly Consulted ChatGPT for Arson Tips and Legal Advice Before Blaze That Killed 12 and Destroyed 6,837 Structures","description":"Federal prosecutors allege that Jonathan Rinderknecht, arrested on 10/08/2025, consulted ChatGPT for arson-related imagery and legal advice before and after deliberately starting the Palisades fire in Los Angeles on 01/01/2025. The blaze, which reignited on 01/07/2025, killed 12 people and destroyed 6,873 buildings. Prosecutors say he generated a dystopian fire image with ChatGPT and later asked about liability for fires caused by cigarettes.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Jonathan Rinderknecht"],"developers":["Openai"],"harmed":["General Public Of California, General Public Of Los Angeles, Pacific Palisades Community, Victims Of The Palisades Fire"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":834,"occurred_on":"2024-07-04","title":"China Targets AI-Driven Fraud and Deepfake Scandals with New Crackdowns","description":"Chinese law enforcement has targeted a rise in AI-driven crimes. The crimes include deepfake and voice synthesis used for fraud, identity theft, and unauthorized personality rights usage. In particular, \"AI undressing\" scams, fake relationships using synthesized voices, and game hacking software make up many of these cases. In response, authorities have prosecuted multiple cases and implemented stricter regulations to control AI misuse.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Zeng Moumou, Wang Mouhe, Tang Mou, Bai Moumou, Ai Fraud Rings In China, Scammers, Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Unknown Game Cheating Technology Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Chinese General Public, Chinese Citizens"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":755,"occurred_on":"2024-07-03","title":"Purported Deepfake Targets Olena Zelenska in Alleged Russian Disinformation Campaign","description":"A purported deepfake video falsely suggesting that Olena Zelenska, wife of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, purchased a luxury car, reportedly circulated widely online. The video is reportedly part of a Russian-linked disinformation campaign aimed at undermining Ukraine and its supporters. 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However, Field acknowledged flaws in the QA process and promised to suspend the feature until it meets quality standards. The incident has implications for designers.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Figma"],"developers":["Figma"],"harmed":["Apple, Designers And Developers Using Figma'S Ai Tool, Figma Users"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":905,"occurred_on":"2024-07-01","title":"Scammers Allegedly Use Deepfake Technology to Pose as Leonor, Princess of Asturias, in Fraud Scheme","description":"Scammers have allegedly been using deepfake technology and fake social media accounts to reportedly impersonate Leonor, Princess of Asturias, targeting vulnerable individuals in Latin America. Victims were reportedly lured with promises of financial aid, requiring payments for \"fees\" or \"taxes\" before receiving funds, only to allegedly be defrauded repeatedly. TikTok accounts with thousands of followers reportedly amplified the scheme using AI to increase the appearance of credibility.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Tiktok Scammers, Scammers Posing As Leonor (Princess Of Asturias), Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Vulnerable People In Latin American Countries, Juana Cobo, Financially Distressed Individuals"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":754,"occurred_on":"2024-07-01","title":"Female Politicians in the United Kingdom Reportedly Victimized by Purported Deepfake Pornography","description":"Female politicians in the United Kingdom, including Angela Rayner, Gillian Keegan, Penny Mordaunt, Priti Patel, Stella Creasy, and Dehenna Davison, have reportedly been targeted by non-consensual, purportedly AI-generated deepfake pornography. The images, which some accounts suggest may have circulated online for an extended period, were reported to have caused distress and, in at least some instances, to have prompted reports to or involvement by law enforcement.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Deepfake creators"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Women","Stella Creasy","Public figures","Privacy","Priti Patel","Politicians in the United Kingdom","Politicians"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":793,"occurred_on":"2024-07-01","title":"AllHere's Chatbot 'Ed' Fails and Costs Los Angeles Unified School District $6 Million","description":"The Los Angeles Unified School District invested up to $6 million in developing the AI chatbot \"Ed,\" meant to provide academic and mental health support for students. The chatbot allegedly failed to meet expectations, and the project collapsed when AllHere, the contracted start-up, faced financial difficulties. Prince George's County Public Schools in Maryland was also affected. Founder Joanna Smith-Griffin was removed as CEO in June 2024 and later arrested on fraud charges.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Los Angeles Unified School District (Lausd), Allhere, Alberto Carvalho"],"developers":["Allhere"],"harmed":["Taxpayers, Prince George'S County Students, Prince George'S County Public Schools, Prince George'S County Parents, Los Angeles Unified School District (Lausd), Los Angeles Students, Los Angeles Parents, Educational Communities, Students, Teachers, Educators"],"report_count":5},{"incident_id":798,"occurred_on":"2024-06-29","title":"Students at Australian Schools Reportedly Used AI Nudification Tools to Create Nonconsensual Sexual Images of Classmates and Teachers","description":"Throughout 2024, schools in Australia reportedly dealt with a significant rise and proliferation of nonconsensual deepfake pornography of students. Often, male students are reported to use \"nudify\" apps such as Undress AI with images of their classmates and teachers. Many of the sites have reportedly remained legal and allegedly accessible to minors, who in turn are purportedly using the sites to generate pornography of their peers.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Students","Men and boys","Deepfake creators","Boys","Adolescent boys"],"developers":["Undress AI","Synthetic video generation technology developers","Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Women","Victims of non-consensual deepfakes","Victims of deepfake child abuse","Victims of deepfake abuse","Teachers","Privacy","Minors"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":739,"occurred_on":"2024-06-27","title":"Scammers Allegedly Use Deepfake of Hong Kong Entertainer Andy Lau to Steal NT$2.64 Million from Fan","description":"Scammers allegedly defrauded a woman in New Taipei City of NT$2.64 million (US$81,116) by impersonating Hong Kong entertainer Andy Lau using purported deepfakes. The alleged scam convinced the victim, a long-time fan, through a video call that \"Lau\" needed funds for a visit to Taiwan. The victim reportedly wired the money, but her family suspected a scam and involved the police. An alleged scammer was arrested after attempting to collect a staged cash payment. 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Banks have begun deploying AI-driven verification tools to counter these schemes, but experts warn that AI-enabled fraud continues to cause real-world harm and remains difficult to detect.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Openai, Ai Tool Creators, Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Bank Customers"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":988,"occurred_on":"2024-06-21","title":"Senior Minister of Singapore Lee Hsien Loong Allegedly Misrepresented in Two Deepfake Videos on Foreign Relations","description":"Two deepfake videos falsely depicted Senior Minister of Singapore Lee Hsien Loong commenting on US-China relations and the South China Sea. The videos misleadingly attributed views to him and the Singapore government. Posted on TikTok, the videos amassed over 190,000 views before being removed.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actors Impersonating Lee Hsien Loong"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Lee Hsien Loong, Government Of Singapore, Singapore United States Relations, Singapore China Relations, Diplomacy"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":724,"occurred_on":"2024-06-12","title":"Purportedly AI-Generated Papers Are Alleged to Have Manipulated Scopus Rankings in Top Philosophy Journals","description":"Three reportedly fake journals published by Addleton Academic Publishers allegedly manipulated Scopus rankings by extensively cross-citing each other and using AI-generated papers filled with buzzwords. These journals, placed in the top 10 of Scopus's 2023 CiteScore philosophy list, reportedly featured fake authors, affiliations, and grant numbers, in turn allegedly pushing legitimate journals to lower tiers, affecting academic evaluations and awards.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Fake Publications, Auricle Global Society Of Education And Research, Addleton Academic Publishers"],"developers":["Fake Publications, Auricle Global Society Of Education And Research, Addleton Academic Publishers"],"harmed":["University Job Candidates, University Hiring Committees, University Faculty, Scopus, Academic Journals"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":705,"occurred_on":"2024-06-08","title":"Turkish Student in Isparta Allegedly Uses AI to Cheat on Exam, Leading to Arrest","description":"A Turkish student in Isparta was reportedly arrested for using ChatGPT to cheat during the 2024 YKS university entrance exam. The student, identified as M.E.E., is alleged to have employed a sophisticated setup involving a router, mobile phone, earphone, and a button-shaped camera to transmit exam questions to ChatGPT and receive answers in real-time.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Turkish Student Identified As Mee"],"developers":["Openai"],"harmed":["Turkish Yks Exam Takers, Turkish Educational Institutions, Students, High School Students, Educational Communities"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":797,"occurred_on":"2024-06-07","title":"Teenager Reportedly Makes Deepfake Pornography of 50 Girls at Bacchus Marsh Grammar School in Australia","description":"At Bacchus Marsh Grammar, a school in Victoria state in Australia, an adolescent male reportedly made deepfake pornography of 50 girls, ages 9 to 12. He then allegedly uploaded the pictures to Instagram, and others subsequently shared them on Snapchat. 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These \"students\" allegedly submitted peculiar assignments, such as analyses of non-existent artworks and descriptions of sculptures using painting terminology. Additionally, their engagement with the college portal is reportedly minimal. The professor reportedly believed the spambot students aimed to fraudulently obtain f","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Financial Aid Scammers, Scammers"],"developers":["Unknown Spambot Creators, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Students, Professors, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, Community Colleges, Academic Staff, Educational Communities, University Students"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":986,"occurred_on":"2024-06-02","title":"Scammers Allegedly Manipulate 2023 Speech of Singapore Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong to Spread Deepfake Investment Fraud","description":"A new deepfake video falsely showed Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong endorsing an investment product with guaranteed returns. Scammers synchronized fake audio with real footage from his 2023 National Day speech, making it appear as though he had made the endorsement. Lee called this “extremely worrying” and warned that deepfake scams are becoming more sophisticated. He urged the public to report such scams through the government’s ScamShield Bot.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Lee Hsien Loong, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Lee Hsien Loong, General Public Of Singapore"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":702,"occurred_on":"2024-05-31","title":"Disinformation Deepfake Circulates of State Department Spokesman Matthew Miller Suggesting Belgorod Can Be Attacked with U.S. Weapons","description":"A deepfake video of State Department spokesman Matthew Miller falsely suggested Belgorod was a legitimate target for Ukrainian strikes. This disinformation spread on Telegram and Russian media, misleading the public and inciting tensions. U.S. officials condemned the deepfake. This incident is an example of the threat of AI-powered disinformation and hybrid attacks.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Russian Government"],"developers":["Deepfake Creators"],"harmed":["Matthew Miller, Department Of State, Biden Administration"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":774,"occurred_on":"2024-05-30","title":"Covert AI Influence Operations Linked to Russia, China, Iran, and Israel, OpenAI Reports","description":"In a report released by OpenAI, the company described how its generative AI tools were misused by state actors and private companies in Russia, China, Iran, and Israel to conduct covert influence campaigns aimed at manipulating public opinion and geopolitical narratives.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Zeno Zeno, Spamouflage, Russian Government, Israeli Government, Iranian Government, International Union Of Virtual Media, Doppelganger, Chinese Government"],"developers":["Openai"],"harmed":["United States, Ukraine, Social Media Users, Moldova, Lithuania, Latvia, General Public, Estonia, Critics Of The Chinese Government, Epistemic Integrity, General Public Of The United States, General Public Of The European Union, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":701,"occurred_on":"2024-05-29","title":"American Asylum Seeker John Mark Dougan in Russia Reportedly Spreads Disinformation via AI Tools and Fake News Network","description":"John Mark Dougan, a former Florida sheriff's deputy granted asylum in Russia, has been implicated in spreading disinformation. Utilizing AI tools like OpenAI's ChatGPT and DALL-E 3, Dougan created over 160 fake news sites, disseminating false narratives to millions worldwide. His actions align with Russian disinformation strategies targeting Western democracies. See also Incident 734.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["John Mark Dougan, Deepfake Creators, Information Manipulation Actors, Pro Russian Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Openai, Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Media Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Journalistic Integrity, Information Integrity, General Public, American Citizens"],"report_count":36},{"incident_id":783,"occurred_on":"2024-05-21","title":"WiseTech Global CEO Richard White Reportedly Deepfaked in Multiple Attempts to Scam Staffers","description":"WiseTech Global's CEO, Richard White, was targeted in multiple deepfake scam attempts where unknown actors used AI to create videos of him requesting money from staff members via WhatsApp. These repeated attempts were identified by the employees, who realized they were not speaking to the real CEO.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers, Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Deepfake Creators"],"harmed":["Wisetech Global, Richard White"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":983,"occurred_on":"2024-05-10","title":"Scammers Reportedly Used AI Voice Clone and YouTube Footage to Impersonate WPP CEO in Unsuccessful Scam Attempt","description":"Scammers reportedly attempted to impersonate WPP CEO Mark Read using AI-generated voice cloning and YouTube footage in a Microsoft Teams scam. They allegedly created a fake WhatsApp account with Read’s image and used deepfake audio to deceive an agency leader into setting up a new business. The scheme, which was unsuccessful, aimed to solicit money and personal data.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Mark Read, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology"],"harmed":["Mark Read, Wpp, Wpp Employees, General Public"],"report_count":15},{"incident_id":898,"occurred_on":"2024-05-06","title":"Alleged LLMjacking Targets AI Cloud Services with Stolen Credentials","description":"Attackers reportedly exploited stolen cloud credentials obtained through a vulnerable Laravel system (CVE-2021-3129) to allegedly abuse AI cloud services, including Anthropic’s Claude and AWS Bedrock, in a scheme referred to as “LLMjacking.” The attackers are said to have monetized access through reverse proxies, reportedly inflating victim costs to as much as $100,000 per day. Additionally, they allegedly bypassed sanctions, enabled LLM models, and evolved techniques to evade detection and logg","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Llmjacking Attackers Exploiting Laravel, Entities Engaging In Russian Sanctions Evasion"],"developers":["Oai Reverse Proxy Tool Creators, Llmjacking Reverse Proxy Tool Creators"],"harmed":["Laravel Users, Laravel Cve 2021 3129 Users, Cloud Llm Users, Cloud Llm Service Providers"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":1462,"occurred_on":"2024-05-04","title":"Purported Deepfake Facebook Advertisement Reportedly Used Bulgarian Actor and TV Host Mihail Bilalov's Likeness to Market Joint-Pain Product","description":"A reportedly AI-manipulated Facebook advertisement appeared to repurpose footage of Bulgarian actor and television host Mihail Bilalov, overlaying purportedly fabricated audio and altered lip movements to market an alleged joint-pain product. The ad reportedly linked to a fabricated article imitating a Bulgarian news outlet and to an online sales funnel for a product described as unavailable through pharmacies.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["People Seeking Medical Advice, Mihail Bilalov, Epistemic Integrity, General Public, General Public Of Bulgaria"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1463,"occurred_on":"2024-05-04","title":"Purported Deepfake Facebook Advertisement Reportedly Used Bulgarian Actor, Director, and Playwright Kamen Donev's Likeness to Market Joint-Pain Product","description":"A reportedly AI-manipulated Facebook advertisement appeared to repurpose footage of Bulgarian actor, director, and playwright Kamen Donev, allegedly overlaying fabricated audio and altered lip movements to market a purported joint-pain product. The ad reportedly linked to a presumably fabricated article imitating a Bulgarian news outlet and to an online sales funnel for a product described as unavailable through pharmacies.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["People Seeking Medical Advice, Kamen Donev, Epistemic Integrity, General Public, General Public Of Bulgaria"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":676,"occurred_on":"2024-04-24","title":"Alleged Deepfake Audio Depicts Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Ordering Military Action","description":"A purported deepfake audio clip portraying Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordering an attack on China spread online in July 2024, fueling tensions in the West Philippine Sea. The Presidential Communications Office reportedly debunked it as fake, attributing it to foreign actors.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actors Targeting Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Unknown Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Philippines China Relations, Philippines, Government Of The Philippines, General Public Of The Philippines, General Public Of China, General Public, Ferdinand Marcos Jr."],"report_count":6},{"incident_id":1024,"occurred_on":"2024-04-24","title":"Kenyan Journalist Jeff Koinange Depicted Endorsing Gambling App in Purported AI-Generated Deepfake","description":"A viral video purportedly manipulated by AI shows Kenyan journalist Jeff Koinange endorsing a mobile gambling app. The video was reportedly created using AI deepfake techniques, uses footage from a legitimate news broadcast, and artificially alters Koinange's voice and mouth movements. Neither Koinange nor Citizen TV has promoted the app, and no legitimate source hosts the video.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Jeff Koinange, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Jeff Koinange, General Public Of Kenya"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":784,"occurred_on":"2024-04-23","title":"Child Predators Are Reportedly Generating Deepfake Nudes of Children to Extort Them","description":"Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) has reported that it has found a manual on the dark web that encourages criminals to use \"nudifying\" AI tools to depict children naked in order to extort victims into providing graphic content.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Dark Web Users, Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Unknown Ai Developers, Deepfake Creators"],"harmed":["Minors"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":792,"occurred_on":"2024-04-19","title":"Unauthorized Use of AI to Replicate Tupac Shakur's and Snoop Dogg's Voices in Drake's 'Taylor Made Freestyle'","description":"Drake released a song, \"Taylor Made Freestyle,\" featuring AI-generated voices of Tupac Shakur and Snoop Dogg. The unauthorized replication of Tupac’s voice without the estate's consent led to a cease-and-desist order. ","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Drake"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Tupac Shakur, Estate Of Tupac Shakur, Snoop Dogg"],"report_count":10},{"incident_id":737,"occurred_on":"2024-04-16","title":"Amandine Le Pen Deepfake Account Misleads Thousands on TikTok","description":"A TikTok account, \"Amandine Le Pen,\" created using AI deepfake technology, impersonated a fictional niece of Marine Le Pen, amassing over 30,000 followers. The account spread pro-RN messages and solicited donations, misleading users and exploiting political influence. Visual inconsistencies revealed the deepfake, raising concerns about AI misuse for political manipulation, identity theft, and violation of personal rights, especially with similar accounts proliferating, such as \"Lena Maréchal Lep","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Tiktok User"],"developers":["Deepfake Creators"],"harmed":["Le Pen Family, French General Public"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":936,"occurred_on":"2024-04-12","title":"Deepfake of Former Prime Minister of Malta Joseph Muscat Allegedly Promotes Nord Invest Scam","description":"A reported doctored video falsely depicts former Maltese Prime Minister Joseph Muscat promoting the crypto platform Nord Invest. The manipulated footage, originally from a 2013 Sky News interview, was overlaid with AI-generated audio to mimic Muscat’s voice endorsing a fraudulent scheme. The video was reportedly shared through Facebook.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Joseph Muscat, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Joseph Muscat, General Public Of Malta"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1100,"occurred_on":"2024-04-10","title":"Reported Audio Deepfake Impersonating CEO Karim Toubba Targets LastPass Employee via WhatsApp","description":"A LastPass employee was reportedly targeted by an audio deepfake impersonating CEO Karim Toubba via WhatsApp. The message used voice-cloning AI in a social engineering attempt to create urgency and bypass security protocols. The employee recognized red flags, reported the incident, and no breach occurred. LastPass shared the incident publicly to raise awareness about deepfake-driven fraud campaigns targeting executives and companies.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammer Impersonating Karim Toubba, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Karim Toubba, Lastpass Employee, Employees Of Lastpass, General Public"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":687,"occurred_on":"2024-04-08","title":"Deepfake Porn Sites Use Breeze Liu's Image Without Consent","description":"Porn sites are alleged to have used AI-generated images of Breeze Liu without her consent, leading to severe emotional distress. Liu discovered a video of herself on Pornhub, which was then deepfaked and spread across over 800 links. Despite efforts to remove the content, many sites refused to comply, perpetuating the violation and exploitation of her image.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Pornhub, Various Porn Sites"],"developers":["Deepfake Creators"],"harmed":["Breeze Liu"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":809,"occurred_on":"2024-04-07","title":"TikTok Hosts AI-Generated English-Language Hitler Speeches with Millions of Views","description":"AI-generated English-language Adolf Hitler speeches have been proliferating on TikTok. They are reportedly accumulating millions of views despite violating the platform’s hate speech policies. The clips are described as often pairing the audio with misleading translations and memes that glorify Hitler and distort historical facts. 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The reportedly viral song misrepresented Bieber, posing potential brand and revenue impacts for the artist while misleading listeners.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Youtube User, Unknown Tiktok User, The_Real_Cool_Dad, X (Twitter) Users"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Sean Combs, Justin Bieber Fans, Justin Bieber"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":663,"occurred_on":"2024-04-05","title":"China Reportedly Intensifying AI to Spread Disinformation to U.S. and Taiwanese Voters","description":"AI tools linked to China were used to disseminate disinformation targeting voters in the U.S. and Taiwan, according to a Microsoft report. 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This disinformation campaign aimed to mislead voters, erode trust in democratic institutions, and influence the 2024 election. The incident involved the group Storm-1516, individuals linked to Valery Korovin, and potential veterans of the Internet Research Agency.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Valery Korovin, Storm 1516, Internet Research Agency Veterans, Center For Geopolitical Expertise"],"developers":["Valery Korovin, Storm 1516, Internet Research Agency Veterans, Center For Geopolitical Expertise"],"harmed":["Ukrainian General Public, Joe Biden, General Public, Biden Presidential Campaign, American Conservatives, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":706,"occurred_on":"2024-04-01","title":"Scammers Using AI to Impersonate Small Businesses","description":"Scammers are using AI to impersonate small businesses by copying their videos, logos, and social media posts. 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Their deployment of AI makes it challenging for small businesses to combat these fraudulent activitie","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Openai, Unknown Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Small Businesses, Small Business Customers, Small Business Employees, Bee Cups, Darn Tough Vermont, Jim Carter"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":1053,"occurred_on":"2024-03-30","title":"Mumbai Businessman Reportedly Defrauded via Purported AI-Cloned Voice Impersonating Son","description":"A Mumbai businessman reportedly identified as KT Vinod reportedly lost Rs 80,000 after receiving a call from someone claiming to be a representative of the Indian Embassy in Dubai, who said his son had been arrested. The caller allegedly used AI-generated voice cloning to simulate the voice of Vinod's son, pleading for help. Reportedly convinced of the urgency, Vinod instructed a money transfer via Google Pay. The scam was discovered only after he contacted his son directly. 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These videos promoted offensive products and false messages, in some cases targeting nationalist Chinese men to boost China-Russia ties, causing emotional distress and damaging the victims' reputations.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Heygen, Elevenlabs"],"harmed":["Olga Loiek, Michel Janse, Lana Smalls, Carrie Williams, Shade Zahrai"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":661,"occurred_on":"2024-03-26","title":"Leonardo AI's Platform Alleged to Have Been Used for Creating Nonconsensual Celebrity Deepfakes","description":"Sydney-based startup Leonardo AI's text-to-image generator was alleged to have been exploited to create nonconsensual sexual images of celebrities, bypassing content moderation systems with user-shared prompts.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Telegram Community Users, Reddit Users, Leonardo Ai Users"],"developers":["Leonardo Ai"],"harmed":["Public Figures, Celebrities"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":690,"occurred_on":"2024-03-26","title":"ISIS Utilizes AI for Propaganda Videos in News Harvest Program","description":"ISIS supporters have created an AI-generated media program called News Harvest to disseminate propaganda videos. The program produces near-weekly broadcasts featuring AI-generated news anchors discussing ISIS operations globally, using cheap and easy-to-use AI tools. This development showcases the use of AI as a powerful propaganda tool for extremist groups.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Isis, Isis Supporters"],"developers":["Openai, Elevenlabs"],"harmed":["General Public, People Susceptible To Radicalism"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":689,"occurred_on":"2024-03-26","title":"Holmen, Wisconsin Man Allegedly Used Stable Diffusion to Create and Then Share Sexually Explicit Images Depicting Minors","description":"The FBI has arrested Steven Anderegg of Holmen, Wisconsin for having allegedly used Stable Diffusion to generate about 13,000 sexually explicit images of minors, which he then is also alleged to have shared and distributed, including with at least one minor, via Telegram and Instagram. Anderegg was originally apprehended by state police in March, and this case marks one of the first times the FBI has brought charges against someone for having used AI to generate CSAM.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Steven Anderegg"],"developers":["Stable Diffusion, Stability Ai"],"harmed":["Minors, General Public"],"report_count":4},{"incident_id":656,"occurred_on":"2024-03-23","title":"Purported Deepfake Disinformation Aired on Russian State TV Allegedly Linking Ukraine to Moscow Attack","description":"Russian state television reportedly aired a fabricated video that appeared to imitate senior Ukrainian security officials and present a false admission of involvement in the Crocus City Hall massacre. The clip reportedly used elements from recent interviews combined with allegedly AI-generated audio to create a misleading confession. ISIS-K is reported to have publicly claimed responsibility, while independent analysts and governments have rejected the narrative promoted through the video.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Russian State Media, Ntv Channel"],"developers":["Russian State Media, Ntv Channel"],"harmed":["Ukraine, Oleksiy Danilov, Kyrylo Budanov, Journalistic Integrity, Epistemic Integrity, General Public, General Public Of Russia, General Public Of Ukraine, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":660,"occurred_on":"2024-03-21","title":"Investigation Reports Unauthorized Deepfake Pornography Harms Thousands of Celebrities","description":"A Channel 4 News investigation alleges that nearly 4,000 celebrities globally, including 255 British figures, were victims of deepfake pornography. Faces were superimposed onto explicit content using AI, with the top deepfake sites garnering 100 million views in three months, according to their findings.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Deepfake Website Operators"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Celebrities, British Public Figures, Cathy Newman"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":725,"occurred_on":"2024-03-14","title":"Cartels Reportedly Using AI to Expand Operations into Financial Fraud and Human Trafficking","description":"The Jalisco New Generation Cartel is reportedly using AI to expand its financial fraud and human trafficking operations, coercing individuals into illegal activities under the guise of legitimate jobs. INTERPOL warns that this integration of AI into criminal enterprises is a growing trend among cartels across Europe, Asia, and Africa as well.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Cartels, Organized Crime Groups, Jalisco New Generation Cartel"],"developers":["Unknown Ai Developers"],"harmed":["Individuals Coerced Into Criminal Activities, Human Trafficking Victims, Financial Scam Victims"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":674,"occurred_on":"2024-03-14","title":"Manipulated Media via AI Disinformation and Deepfakes in 2024 Elections Erode Trust Across More Than 50 Countries","description":"AI-driven election disinformation is escalating globally, leveraging easy-to-use generative AI tools to create convincing deepfakes that mislead voters. This shift has simplified the process for individuals to generate fake content, having already eroded trust in elections by undermining public trust and manipulating voter perceptions. Evidence has, for example, been documented in incidents across the U.S., Moldova, Slovakia, Bangladesh, and Taiwan.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Russian Government, Political Operatives, Political Consultants, Chinese Communist Party"],"developers":["Openai, Google, Deepfake Creators"],"harmed":["Voters, Public Trust, Political Figures, General Public, Civic Society, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":765,"occurred_on":"2024-03-14","title":"22 Students at Richmond-Burton Community High School in Illinois Targeted by Deepfake Nudes","description":"22 students at Richmond-Burton Community High School in Illinois were targeted in the creation of deepfake nudes. One of the students, Stevie Hyder, was targeted by classmates who used deepfake technology to alter her April 2023 prom picture into nude pictures, which were then circulated on social media. Two unnamed minors were arrested in late April 2024.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Stevie Hyder, Richmond Burton Community High School"],"report_count":5},{"incident_id":650,"occurred_on":"2024-03-04","title":"AI-Generated Images of Trump with Black Voters Spread as Disinformation Before U.S. Primary Elections","description":"In the run-up to the U.S. primary elections, supporters of Donald Trump shared AI-generated images showing him with Black voters in an attempt to sway African-American votes. These deepfakes, including Trump's distorted hand visuals, were initially created by satirical accounts but were later misappropriated for political disinformation, misleading millions on social media platforms.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Trump Supporters, Social Media Users"],"developers":["Trump Supporters, Social Media Users"],"harmed":["Public Discourse Integrity, General Public, African American Voters, Black Voters, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":787,"occurred_on":"2024-03-01","title":"Deepfake ID Sales Allegedly Persist as OnlyFake Reportedly Relaunches with New Fraud Tools","description":"Researchers from Au10tix discovered the relaunch of OnlyFake, a site offering AI-generated fake IDs. Despite an earlier takedown, the site reemerged with disclaimers and new tools, including handwritten signature generation. 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Scammers reportedly used AI-generated content featuring celebrities to mislead victims, leading to significant financial losses. The National Anti-Scam Centre received over 400 reports of these incidents. One man is reported to have lost over $80,000 in cryptocurrency.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["General Public Of Australia, General Public, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":680,"occurred_on":"2024-03-01","title":"Russia-Linked AI CopyCop Site Identified as Modifying and Producing at Least 19,000 Deceptive Reports","description":"In early March 2024, a network named CopyCop began publishing modified news stories using AI, altering content to spread partisan biases and disinformation. These articles, initially from legitimate sources, were manipulated by AI models, possibly developed by OpenAI, to disseminate Russian propaganda. Over 19,000 articles were published, targeting divisive political issues and creating false narratives.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Copycop, Russia Linked Network"],"developers":["Openai, Chatgpt"],"harmed":["General Public, Democratic Integrity, Journalistic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":641,"occurred_on":"2024-02-20","title":"Nonconsensual Deepfake Porn of Bobbi Althoff Spreads Rapidly on X","description":"Nonconsensual deepfake pornography of Bobbi Althoff, which had been in circulation for six months, is reported to have suddenly gone viral on X, jumping from around 178,000 views to 6.5 million views over a matter of hours. In addition to the harm to Althoff, this incident also spotlights X's role in distributing AI-generated nonconsensual porn due to alleged lax moderation.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["X (Twitter), Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Deepfake Creators"],"harmed":["Bobbi Althoff"],"report_count":12},{"incident_id":673,"occurred_on":"2024-02-19","title":"Deepfakes Circulating and Eroding Electoral Integrity in the Lead-up to 2024 South Korean legislative election","description":"In the lead-up to Korea's parliamentary elections, at least 129 deepfake videos and images were reported to have been detected, violating new election laws. These AI-generated deepfakes were used to mislead and manipulate public opinion, prompting a crackdown by the National Election Commission.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Political Groups, Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Unknown Political Groups, Information Manipulation Actors"],"harmed":["Yoon Suk Yeol, Korean Voters, Democratic Integrity, Journalistic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":644,"occurred_on":"2024-02-18","title":"Alleged State-Sponsored Hackers Escalate Purported Phishing Attacks Using Artificial Intelligence","description":"State-sponsored hackers from North Korea, Iran, Russia, and China are reportedly leveraging artificial intelligence to conduct sophisticated phishing and social engineering attacks. They target global defense, cybersecurity, and cryptocurrency sectors, aiming to steal sensitive information and, in the case of North Korea, cryptocurrencies to help fund its illicit nuclear program.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Russian Hackers, North Korean Hackers, Iranian Hackers, Chinese Hackers"],"developers":["Russian Government, Government Of North Korea, Iranian Government, Chinese Government"],"harmed":["Individual Professionals On Linkedin, Global Defense Companies, Cybersecurity Firms, Cryptocurrency Exchanges, Targets Of Fraudulent Professional Opportunities"],"report_count":6},{"incident_id":664,"occurred_on":"2024-02-17","title":"Deepfake Generated by the Lincoln Project of Trump's Father Used in Political Attack Ad","description":"The Lincoln Project used AI to create a deepfake video of Donald Trump's deceased father criticizing him. Although they made it clear that the video was a deepfake, the deeply personal nature of the attack represents a corrosive use of artificial intelligence in undermining democratic norms during an election cycle.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Lincoln Project"],"developers":["Lincoln Project"],"harmed":["Public Discourse Integrity, Political Integrity, General Public, Donald Trump"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":649,"occurred_on":"2024-02-14","title":"Deepfake Audio Falsely Attributes Controversial Remarks to Keir Starmer About the Rochdale Azhar Ali Crisis","description":"A deepfake audio clip, falsely claiming to be Keir Starmer discussing the Rochdale byelection and Labour's withdrawl of support for Azhar Ali, circulated online, achieving over 250,000 views. Experts confirmed its inauthenticity, highlighting a significant misuse of AI in fabricating political content.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Social Media Users"],"developers":["Unknown"],"harmed":["General Public, British Voters, British Labour Party, Keir Starmer, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":643,"occurred_on":"2024-02-13","title":"Purported Deepfake Video Allegedly Claims Kyiv's Assassination Plan Against President Emmanuel Macron","description":"A purported deepfake video reportedly claimed France 24 reported a Kyiv plot to assassinate French President Macron. 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This video, which aimed to influence voter perceptions by invoking Suharto's legacy, sought to manipulate public opinion and misused deceased individuals' likenesses for political gain. The incident is another example of political deepfakes creating convincing misinformation.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Golkar Party"],"developers":["Golkar Party"],"harmed":["Indonesian Electorate, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":671,"occurred_on":"2024-02-08","title":"Many Purported Political Deepfakes Reportedly Circulating in Run-up to 2024 Pakistani General Elections","description":"During Pakistan's 2024 general elections, purportedly AI-generated deepfakes of a politically motivated nature were circulated. These deepfakes reportedly portrayed political figures in misleading contexts, spreading misinformation and aiming to influence voter perceptions and election outcomes.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Pakistani Political Parties, Misinformation Networks, Misinformation Spreaders, Information Manipulation Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Rana Atif, Raja Bashara, Naeem Haider Panjutha, Imran Khan, General Public, General Public Of Pakistan, Epsitemic Integrity, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":648,"occurred_on":"2024-02-07","title":"Alleged Deepfake Audio of Imran Khan Calls for Election Boycott, Misleading Pakistan Voters","description":"A purported deepfake audio clip, falsely attributed to Imran Khan urging a PTI (Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf) election boycott, circulated on social media on the eve of Pakistan's general elections. This sophisticated AI-generated misinformation aimed to mislead voters, highlighting the growing challenge of digital manipulation in political discourse.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Social Media Accounts"],"developers":["Unknown"],"harmed":["Voters In Pakistan, Pti (Pakistan Tehreek E Insaf), Imran Khan, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":919,"occurred_on":"2024-02-06","title":"Purported Russian-Linked Network Allegedly Used Deepfake of Maria Ressa on Facebook and Bing to Promote Cryptocurrency Scam Targeting Filipinos","description":"A purportedly Russian-linked scam network allegedly circulated an AI-generated deepfake of journalist Maria Ressa on Facebook and Microsoft Bing. The video reportedly manipulated a 2022 interview to falsely depict Ressa endorsing cryptocurrency. Fraudulent websites allegedly impersonating Rappler and CNN Philippines reportedly amplified the scam. Investigators reportedly linked the operation to a fraudulent network targeting Filipino audiences. 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The allegedly fabricated photos created a misleading impression of racial diversity within the GOP and may have shaped public perception. The episode raises concerns about the reported use of AI to distort political representation and the potential impact on Black communities.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Patrick Ruffini"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["General Public, Black Americans, African American Voters, General Public Of The United States, Epistemic Integrity, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":866,"occurred_on":"2024-02-01","title":"Network of 171 AI-Powered Bots Reportedly Spread Political Disinformation Ahead of Ghana’s December 2024 General Election","description":"A network of 171 bot accounts on X are alleged to have used ChatGPT to generate political content supporting Ghana’s New Patriotic Party (NPP) and its presidential candidate, Mahamudu Bawumia, ahead of the December 2024 election. 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He allegedly sent the fabricated intimate images to two friends without her consent. The woman was reportedly embarrassed and distressed after learning of the images. Brooks pled guilty in Glasgow Sheriff Court and was fined £335.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Callum Brooks"],"developers":["Image Generation Technology Developers, Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Former Classmate Of Callum Brooks, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1260,"occurred_on":"2024-01-27","title":"Purported Deepfake of Andrew Forrest Used to Promote Fraudulent 'Quantum AI' Crypto Platform on Facebook","description":"Cybertrace reportedly identified a purported deepfake of Australian billionaire Andrew Forrest circulating on Facebook on January 27, 2024, falsely depicting him endorsing a fraudulent crypto platform called Quantum AI. The video reportedly altered footage from a 2023 Rhodes Trust talk. Forrest reportedly condemned Meta for failing to curb AI-generated frauds.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Scammers Impersonating Andrew Forrest, Quantum Ai, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Investors, General Public Of Australia, General Public, Facebook Users, Epistemic Integrity, Australian Investors, Andrew Forrest"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":632,"occurred_on":"2024-01-24","title":"Significant Increase in Deepfake Nudes of Taylor Swift Circulating on Social Media","description":"AI-generated sexually explicit images of Taylor Swift circulated on X, garnering over 45 million views before removal. Originating from a Telegram group, these deepfakes challenge content moderation, as X's policies against synthetic media and nonconsensual nudity were violated.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Users In A Telegram Group, Users On X"],"developers":["Microsoft Designer, Image Generation Technology"],"harmed":["Taylor Swift, General Public"],"report_count":31},{"incident_id":628,"occurred_on":"2024-01-21","title":"Fake Biden Voice in Robocall Misleads New Hampshire Democratic Voters in 2024 Primary Election","description":"A robocall imitating President Biden's voice urged New Hampshire Democrats to skip the 2024 primary, falsely claiming their votes mattered more in November. Investigators with the New Hampshire Attorney General's Office, along with other state AGs, the Industry Traceback Group, and the FCC determined that political consultant Steve Kramer hired Paul Carpenter to create the deepfake, which was distributed by Walter Monk's company, Life Corporation. Rep. 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They reportedly denied involvement, and the product was described in reporting as ineffective.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Spas Spaskov, Simeon Ivanov, People Seeking Medical Advice, General Public Of Bulgaria, General Public, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":675,"occurred_on":"2024-01-15","title":"High School Athletic Director in Baltimore County Allegedly Created Racist Deepfake Audio Impersonating Principal","description":"Dazhon Darien, former athletic director at Pikesville High School in Baltimore, allegedly used AI to create a purported deepfake audio clip impersonating Principal Eric Eiswert, embedding racist and antisemitic remarks. According to reports, the clip was intended to discredit Eiswert and was widely circulated, with some accounts linking it to threats and his placement on administrative leave. 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In some cases, it seems deepfake technology is being employed, while simultaneously Facebook's own AI systems are allegedly faltering in their ability to halt the spread of these fraudulent ads despite being reported.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Unintentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Meta, Facebook, Scammers"],"developers":["Meta, Facebook"],"harmed":["Investors, General Public, Bill Ackman, Cathie Wood, Steve Cohen, Peter Lynch, Ray Dalio, Peter Bourget"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":875,"occurred_on":"2024-01-08","title":"Coordinated Deepfake Campaign Reportedly Impersonating Rishi Sunak Promoted Fraudulent Quantum AI Investment Platform on Meta","description":"143 deepfake ads, over 100 of which reportedly impersonated former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, were promoted on Meta's platform to advertise the fraudulent investment scheme \"Quantum AI.\" Funding for the ads reportedly originated from 23 countries. Up to 462,000 users may have been exposed to the false content. The campaign used generative AI tools to create high-quality misinformation, including spoofed BBC news clips for added legitimacy","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Quantum Ai Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Rishi Sunak, Quantum Ai Victims, Meta Users, Bbc News Presenters"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":985,"occurred_on":"2023-12-29","title":"Alleged Deepfake of Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong Promotes Cryptocurrency Scam in Fake Interview","description":"A deepfake video falsely depicted Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong promoting a cryptocurrency investment scam. Scammers used AI-generated voice cloning and manipulated footage from official events to create a convincing but fraudulent video interview with China Global Television Network. Lee warned the public and urged reporting through the ScamShield Bot.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Lee Hsien Loong, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Lee Hsien Loong, General Public Of Singapore"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":879,"occurred_on":"2023-12-29","title":"Deepfake Video Reportedly Depicts U.S. Congressman Rob Wittman Endorsing Military Support for Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party","description":"A deepfake video is reported to have falsely depicted U.S. Congressman Rob Wittman endorsing military support for Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive Party candidates in the 2024 presidential election. Shared on TikTok, the video is reported to have undermined Taiwanese voter confidence in the DPP by alleging U.S. interference. Fact-checking from AFP finds Wittman never made the statements attributed to him.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown Actors In China"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Taiwanese Voters, Rob Wittman, Democratic Progressive Party"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":666,"occurred_on":"2023-12-29","title":"Presidency of Moldova Reportedly Refutes Purported Deepfake Video Slandering President Maia Sandu","description":"A deepfake video reportedly depicting President Maia Sandu's image and voice was released in Moldova, allegedly portraying her in a negative light to sow division and undermine democratic institutions. This video reportedly appeared on Telegram and was linked to Russian disinformation efforts.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Russian Propagandists, Pro Kremlin Actors, Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Russian Propagandists, Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Deepfake Creators"],"harmed":["Presidency Of Moldova, Maia Sandu, Government Of Moldova, General Public, Epistemic Integrity, National Security And Intelligence Stakeholders, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":668,"occurred_on":"2023-12-27","title":"Proliferation of Deepfakes Disrupting 2024 Lok Sabha Elections","description":"Digital manipulators in India are using deepfake technology to influence the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. These AI-generated videos and audio clips are designed to tarnish the reputations of political candidates, challenging the integrity of electoral processes.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Political Candidates Of The 2024 Lok Sabha Elections"],"developers":["The Indian Deepfaker, The Digital Publicity, Rohit Pal, Obiyan Infotech, Merakii Group"],"harmed":["Political Candidates Targeted By Deepfakes, Indian Electorate, India, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":626,"occurred_on":"2023-12-26","title":"Social Media Scammers Used Deepfakes of Taylor Swift and Several Other Celebrities in Fraudulent Le Creuset Cookware Giveaways","description":"Scammers reportedly made deepfakes of Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, Joanna Gaines, Lainey Wilson, Ree Drummond, Oprah, Jennifer Lopez, Trisha Yearwood, Martha Stewart, and Blake Shelton promoting a Le Creuset giveaway. These AI-generated ads, appearing on Meta and TikTok, falsely claimed users could receive free cookware by paying a small shipping fee. Victims were unknowingly enrolled in a costly monthly subscription. 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Taiwanese intelligence issued warnings of intensified Chinese disinformation campaigns, such as Spamouflage, aimed at manipulating the election outcome.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["People'S Liberation Army, Chinese Communist Party, Base 311"],"developers":["People'S Liberation Army, Chinese Communist Party, Base 311"],"harmed":["Taiwanese Voters, Lai Ching Te, Democratic Progressive Party, Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":812,"occurred_on":"2023-12-11","title":"Deepfake Nudes Targeting Underage Female Students at Collège Béliveau in Winnipeg Shared Online","description":"At Collège Béliveau in Winnipeg, female students between grades 7-12 were targeted in the creation of deepfake nudes, which were then distributed online. Specific numbers and identities of victims and perpetrators were not released, and no charges were ultimately filed owing to the gap between existing laws and the nature of the incident.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Deepfake Creators"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["College Beliveau Students"],"report_count":5},{"incident_id":987,"occurred_on":"2023-12-11","title":"Alleged Deepfake of Singapore Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong Falsely Shows Him Endorsing Commercial Products","description":"A deepfake video falsely depicting Singapore Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong endorsing commercial products circulated online in December 2023. Wong publicly denied the endorsement, warning that scammers had used AI-generated deepfake technology to impersonate him. The manipulated media aimed to mislead the public into believing he promoted fraudulent investments. Wong urged vigilance against AI-driven scams and encouraged reporting through the ScamShield Bot on WhatsApp.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers Impersonating Lawrence Wong, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Lawrence Wong, General Public Of Singapore"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":651,"occurred_on":"2023-12-06","title":"Students at a Beverly Hills Middle School Allegedly Created and Shared Deepfake Nudes of Their Classmates","description":"At Beverly Vista Middle School in Beverly Hills, California, students allegedly used AI to generate fake nude photos with their classmates' faces, prompting investigations by school officials and the police. The incident highlights the increasing misuse of generative AI among minors.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Middle School Students"],"developers":["Deepfake Creators"],"harmed":["Unnamed Middle School Students"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":652,"occurred_on":"2023-12-06","title":"Two Florida Middle School Students Arrested Under New Law for Allegedly Having Made and Shared Deepfake Nudes of Their Classmates","description":"Two teenaged boys from Miami, Florida, were arrested for allegedly creating and sharing AI-generated nude images of their classmates. Charged under a 2022 Florida law, they face third-degree felonies for producing and disseminating altered sexual depictions.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Two Unnamed Middle School Boys"],"developers":["Two Unnamed Middle School Boys"],"harmed":["Classmates Of Two Unnamed Middle School Boys"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1456,"occurred_on":"2023-12-03","title":"Video with Reportedly AI-Generated Audio Purported to Show Croatian Footballer Luka Modrić Endorsing Immediate Matrix on Facebook Page Presented as N1 HR","description":"A Facebook page presented as N1 HR, a Croatian news outlet, posted a video that purported to show Croatian footballer Luka Modrić endorsing the investment platform Immediate Matrix and promising returns of up to €4,000 per month. The clip was reported to use AI-generated audio and to link to an Index-style article promoting the scheme.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["N1 Hr, Epistemic Integrity, Investors, Croatian Investors, Luka Modric, Fans Of Luka Modric"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":736,"occurred_on":"2023-12-01","title":"Underground Market for LLMs Powers Malware and Phishing Scams","description":"A study by Indiana University researchers uncovered widespread misuse of large language models (LLMs) for cybercrime. Cybercriminals, according to that study, use LLMs like OpenAI's GPT-3.5 and GPT-4 to create malware, phishing scams, and scam websites. These models are available on underground markets, often bypassing safety checks through jailbreaking. Named malicious LLMs are BadGPT, XXXGPT, Evil-GPT, WormGPT, FraudGPT, BLACKHATGPT, EscapeGPT, DarkGPT, and WolfGPT.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Cyberattacks, weapon development or use, and mass harm","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Cybercriminals, Badgpt, Xxxgpt, Evil Gpt, Wormgpt, Fraudgpt, Blackhatgpt, Escapegpt, Darkgpt, Wolfgpt"],"developers":["Openai"],"harmed":["Internet Users, Organizations, Individuals Targeted By Malware"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":617,"occurred_on":"2023-11-09","title":"Male student allegedly used AI to generate nude photos of female classmates at a high school in Issaquah, Washington","description":"At a high school in Issaquah, Washington, a male student is reported to have used deepfake technology to alter pictures of several female classmates and then shared them.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Synthetic media creators","Students","Minors","Men and boys","High school students","Deepfake creators","Boys","Adolescent boys"],"developers":["Synthetic video generation technology developers","Synthetic media generation technology developers","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Victims of non-consensual deepfakes","Victims of deepfake abuse","Students","Minors","High school students","Girls","Educational communities"],"report_count":2},{"incident_id":607,"occurred_on":"2023-11-09","title":"Deepfake Video Circulating of British Labour Leader Keir Starmer Touting an Investment Scheme","description":"A deepfake video was circulating around social media of British Labour leader Keir Starmer touting an investment scheme.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown"],"developers":["Unknown"],"harmed":["Keir Starmer, General Public, British Labour Party"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":585,"occurred_on":"2023-10-26","title":"Kremlin-Linked Entities Allegedly Using Generative AI to Spread Russian Disinformation in Latin America","description":"Moscow-based tech firms and an industry association with links to the Kremlin are allegedly using generative AI to spread Russian disinformation in countries throughout Central America and South America. According to the U.S. Department of State, the Russian companies rely on local writers to compose stories which are then amplified across social media using artificial intelligence chatbots.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Structura National Technologies, Social Design Agency, Oleg Yasinsky, Oleg Yasinskiy, Nikolay Tupikin, Institute For Internet Development, Ilya Gambashidze, Andrey Perla"],"developers":["Unknown"],"harmed":["Ukraine, News Media In Latin America, Journalistic Integrity, General Public"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":1280,"occurred_on":"2023-10-20","title":"Reported Use of AI Voice and Identity Manipulation in the Ongoing 'Phantom Hacker' Fraud Scheme","description":"Reports allege that updated variants of the long-running \"Phantom Hacker\" scam use purported AI tools to enhance impersonation, including voice cloning, spoofed caller ID, and realistic digital artifacts. Fraudsters reportedly pose as tech support, bank staff, and government officials in a three-phase scheme that pressures mostly older adults to transfer funds to accounts controlled by scammers.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Phantom Hacker, Scammers"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Synthetic Audio Generation Technology Developers, Generative Ai Developers"],"harmed":["General Public, Elderly Individuals, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":3},{"incident_id":597,"occurred_on":"2023-10-20","title":"Female Students at Westfield High School in New Jersey Reportedly Targeted with Deepfake Nudes","description":"In October 2023, alleged deepfake nude images of female students were created and shared at Westfield High School in New Jersey. One alleged implicated system in this incident is the Clothoff deepfake app. A victim, Francesca Mani, and her mother, Dorota, began advocating for stronger laws after the school’s response reportedly left perpetrators unaccountable. Since the incident, their advocacy has drawn national attention, leading to trips to Washington, D.C., and bipartisan backing for legisla","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"Human","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed male students at Westfield High School","Synthetic media creators","Men and boys","Deepfake creators","Boys","Adolescent boys"],"developers":["Synthetic media generation technology developers","Synthetic image generation technology developers","Developers of Clothoff","Deepfake technology developers"],"harmed":["Women and girls","Victims of deepfake abuse","Unnamed female students at Westfield High School","Privacy","Girls","Francesca Mani","Epistemic integrity","Educational communities"],"report_count":57},{"incident_id":799,"occurred_on":"2023-10-15","title":"Aledo High School Student Allegedly Generates and Distributes Deepfake Nudes of Seven Female Classmates","description":"In October 2023, an unnamed male student at Aledo High School outside of Fort Worth, Texas allegedly generated and distributed deepfake nude pictures of classmate Elliston Berry and six other female students in her friend group via social media. Berry's mother, Anna McAdams, spoke with Senators Ted Cruz and Amy Klobuchar, who consequently drafted the Tools to Address Known Exploitation by Immobilizing Technological Deepfakes on Websites and Networks (or TAKE IT DOWN) Act.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Fraud, scams, and targeted manipulation","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unnamed Male Student, Unnamed Male Student At Aledo High School"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers, Image Generation Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Elliston Berry, Aledo High School Students, Epistemic Integrity"],"report_count":27},{"incident_id":1022,"occurred_on":"2023-10-12","title":"Deepfake Video Reportedly Depicts Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema Withdrawing from 2026 Election","description":"A viral video circulating on social media in October 2023 falsely claimed that Zambian president Hakainde Hichilema announced he would not run in the 2026 elections. Fact-checkers and digital forensics experts confirmed the video was manipulated using basic AI tools. The footage originated from a TikTok account known for AI-generated content. ","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["@Zambian_Ai Tiktok Account, Unknown Actors"],"developers":["Deepfake Technology Developers"],"harmed":["Hakainde Hichilema, General Public Of Zambia, United Party For National Development (Upnd), Democratic Integrity"],"report_count":1},{"incident_id":573,"occurred_on":"2023-10-07","title":"Deepfake Recordings Allegedly Influence Slovakian Election","description":"Days before Slovakia's election, deepfake audio recordings surfaced, allegedly featuring conversations between a journalist and a leading liberal politician discussing vote-rigging and other controversial topics. The recordings were spread on social media platforms and may have influenced the election outcome, which saw the pro-Russian populist party winning.","mit_domain":"Malicious Actors & Misuse","mit_subdomain":"Disinformation, surveillance, and influence at scale","entity":"AI","intent":"Intentional","timing":"Post-deployment","harm_level":null,"sectors":[],"countries":[],"deployers":["Unknown"],"developers":["Unknown"],"harmed":["Slovakian Electorate, Monika Todova, Michal Simecka, Democratic Process In Slovakia"],"report_count":11},{"incident_id":602,"occurred_on":"2023-10-02","title":"Russia Reportedly Using Artificial Intelligence in Disinformation Campaigns to Erode Western Support for Ukraine","description":"The Russian government has been stepping up its foreign influence campaigns by using artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to spread disinformation and sow distrust in policies supportive of Ukraine. Part of the strategy includes carrying out influence laundering operations by disseminating their messages to the American public via allies inside nominally independent organizations, according to a recent declassified analysis. 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Notable examples include the likeness of Tom Hanks touting a dental plan and another one in which the likeness of Gayle King touts a weight loss product. In each case, the individuals whose likenesses and voices had been deepfaked had not consented to their images and voices being used for the commercials. 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The deepfake allegedly led to prolonged social engineering, remote access to their computer, and fraudulent cryptocurrency transfers. The couple reportedly suffered major financial loss and ongoing debt. 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