A new breed of outlaw has emerged: the clone scammer. Whether they are using AI to mimic a CEO’s voice, deepfaking a relative’s face on a video call, or “cloning” credit cards and EBT data to drain accounts, these criminals feel untouchable behind their screens.
Cybercrime is a streamlined, industrialized business. Scammers use a sophisticated suite of tools—many of them repurposed legitimate software—to identify, manipulate, and exploit victims at scale.
To protect yourself, it helps to understand the “tech stack” behind the fraud.
Our fascination with clones is ultimately a mirror held up to our own humanity. We fall for them because we are desperate for connection, but we reject them because we are even more desperate to remain unique.
The legal industry is undergoing a significant transformation. It has seen a huge increase in AI tool adoption over the last two years. The most visible manifestation of this shift may be the rise of AI-generated lawyer websites
Here are the red flags you need to watch for in distinguishing a real legal professional from a predatory actor.
Website cloning, or “cybersquatting,” is a malicious tactic where criminals create an exact or near-exact copy of a legitimate law firm’s website.
While a genuine legal notice should never be ignored, it’s crucial to be able to spot a fake. Knowing the common red flags can protect you from financial loss, identity theft, and unnecessary stress.
Here is a comprehensive look at why you should always double-check any contact you receive from a law firm and the steps you can take to protect yourself.
a new and insidious threat is emerging: the cloning of legitimate law firms.
How to Spot a Fake Law Firm. Scammers are increasingly using sophisticated, fake websites to trick unsuspecting individuals seeking legal help.
