Can a video call be faked?

Reviewed answer

Yes. Live fake video is real now, and spotting glitches is no longer reliable. Verify another way.

Never send money or share passwords based on a video call alone, even if the face and voice look right.
Hang up and call the person back on a number you already have, or ask a question only they would know.
Use your family safe word. At work, require a second person to approve any urgent payment request.
Be extra careful when the call comes from a new account or app, or the person says their camera is "acting up".

Get help if

If money already moved, call your bank now and report at ic3.gov. Businesses should also tell their bank to try recalling the wire.