Scam library
AI impersonation video calls
A convincing video of someone you recognize is used to authorize a payment or obtain private information.
What it looks like
Fictional example: Join this private video meeting at example.com/meeting. We need you to authorize a confidential transfer.
Fictional example: You can see it is me on camera. Please send the funds now and keep this between us.
How it works
A scammer uses generated or manipulated video to appear as a familiar person or trusted authority. The apparent face-to-face confirmation makes a payment request feel verified. Video can be convincing without obvious visual glitches.
Warning signs
- A video call is treated as the only identity check.
- The request bypasses normal payment approval.
- You are told to keep the call or transfer secret.
- The caller resists being contacted through an established channel.
If you got one of these
- Pause the payment and end the call.
- Contact the person using a number or channel you already had.
- For work payments, follow the usual independent approval process.
- Do not rely on visual glitches or a simple camera challenge to prove identity.
If you already paid or shared something
- Contact your bank fraud line immediately and request a transfer recall or other available recovery.
- Save invitations, messages, payment details, and any existing recordings.
- Report at ic3.gov and notify the impersonated person or organization through a verified channel.
Who gets targeted
People handling payments, employees, community members, and anyone asked to trust a familiar face on a screen.
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