Mexico Hot Sale, Enel Codensa Users Warned of AI-Driven White Card Fraud, Deepfake Scams, and Malware via Social Media Ads

Authorities and cybersecurity experts have issued warnings about a rise in sophisticated cyber scams exploiting emerging technologies and common payment methods. In Mexico, the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC) alerted the public to cyber fraud during the Hot Sale event, highlighting the use of fake websites and banking phishing schemes. A specific scam known as the "white card" fraud has been reported, where victims lose approximately 300 euros shortly after making supermarket payments. Similar warnings have been issued in Colombia, where users of the energy company Enel Codensa have been targeted by fraudulent payment buttons designed to steal banking information. Additionally, the Finnish Cybersecurity Center cautioned about deceptive messages circulating online. Experts note that cybercriminals are increasingly employing hyper-realistic deepfake videos and AI-generated content to deceive individuals into sharing money, personal data, and identities. These AI-driven scams include fake video generation websites that distribute malware with reconnaissance and backdoor capabilities, often promoted via social media ads on platforms like Facebook and LinkedIn. The proliferation of AI tools with high error rates has raised concerns among professionals about the potential for hallucinated or fabricated content to mislead users. Users are urged to exercise caution with AI products and online payment processes to avoid falling victim to these evolving cyber threats.