Phishing attacks are evolving. Here’s How to Resist Them.

Advances in technology have made it easier than ever to create deepfakes, which consist of fake audio, video and images. As a result, 2024 has seen a nearly 60% increase in phishing attacks. These attacks hijack our perceptions and our ability to separate fiction from reality. They work because they manipulate our brains in ways we are naturally vulnerable to. To protect yourself, you need to be able to redirect immediate reactions and thought paths. This includes: 1) refocusing attention on counter-urgency tactics, 2) regulating emotional triggers that target your compassion, and 3) resisting automatic obedience to authority.