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Safe word: What is it and why do you need one?

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Safe word: What is it and why do you need one?

Artificial intelligence (AI) scams have become increasingly difficult to distinguish from legitimate communications due to improved realism. The article describes a verification method called a 'safe word' that recipients can use to authenticate communications and detect fraudulent attempts.

Why it matters: End users and security teams need practical defenses against AI-generated social engineering attacks, as traditional red flags are becoming less reliable.

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