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You receive a video message from someone claiming to be from the scholarships office. They congratulate you on winning a grant and ask you to confirm your bank details to receive the funds.
It looks official. It sounds real. But it’s a deepfake, crafted to trick you into handing over personal information.
Our recommendations:
Take the quiz
- Deepfakes are hard to spot, take this quiz and see if you can catch the fake.
Pause before you believe
- If a photo, video, or voice clip seems too shocking or perfectly timed, take a moment. Don’t let them manipulate your emotions.
Check the source
- Reverse image search suspicious photos. If a video or audio clip isn’t from a trusted source, treat it with caution. Look for original publication dates and context.
Further information:
For more information on staying cyber secure, refer to the Australian Cyber Security Centre’s (ACSC) guide and personal security checklist.
If you think you’ve fallen for a scam and need assistance, visit the ACSC’s how to recover from scams advice.
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