UserGate Factor (uFactor) reports that attackers are increasingly using artificial intelligence to target students and parents. AI is used to create high-quality phishing messages and deepfakes that lack the typical errors of traditional scams.
The company notes that AI serves as an amplifier for existing schemes, making them cheaper and more massive. Attackers mimic official requests to update electronic diary data, fill out questionnaires, or pay for school meals, often using leaked data to personalize messages with names and class numbers.
Voice cloning is another significant threat. Scammers use audio and video materials from social media to create synthetic calls to parents, demanding urgent money transfers. Fake voice messages from teachers are also used to extract information or funds.
Video deepfakes are being employed for cyberbullying, revenge porn, and extortion. Additionally, AI bots in school chats masquerade as classmates or parents to collect information and spread malicious links.
Users are also targeted through fake AI-powered homework helpers, smart solvers, and online tutors, which may lead to phishing resources or stealer programs designed to steal passwords.
