KnowBe4, a global leader in human and agentic AI risk management, has unveiled a new custom deepfake training program designed to help organizations defend against sophisticated AI-powered social engineering attacks, including fraudulent video conferences and AI-generated phishing. Deepfakes are increasingly exploited for fraud, disinformation, and reputational damage, with one in five biometric fraud attempts now linked to such attacks and a 40% year-over-year rise in injection attacks, according to Entrust’s 2026 Identity Fraud Report. “Deepfakes represent a seismic shift in the threat landscape, weaponizing AI to impersonate authority, exploit trust, and short-circuit the human decision-making process,” said Perry Carpenter, chief human risk management strategist at KnowBe4.
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The training provides realistic simulations approved by administrators. Employees can spot narrative red flags, subtle inconsistencies, and cues from manipulated media in a safe setting. Early adopters praised the program for its real-world examples. They noted it helps executives and employees recognize and tackle deepfake threats. Awareness and preparedness are key defenses against new AI risks.