Telangana Police Urges Public to Stay Alert Against Deep Fake Scams

The Telangana Police are actively educating the public about cyber crimes and recently shared an important message on Twitter about the dangers of deep fake scams. They emphasized the need for vigilance against these scams and the risks associated with sharing personal photos and videos on social media platforms.

According to the police, cyber criminals often target images and videos that individuals post online. They advised people to takeprecautions to ensure their personal photos do not fall into the hands of strangers. Recommendations include using privacy settings and profile locks on social media accounts, as well as exercising caution when interacting with unfamiliar individuals.

The police noted that many users share personal content on platforms such as Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Telegram more than necessary, inadvertently providing cyber criminals with opportunities to exploit this information. They warned that such actions can lead to the creation of deep fakes using the shared content.

Furthermore, the Telangana Police urged the public to remain aware of privacy settings in social media applications. They highlighted the importance of being able to detect discrepancies in voice modulation and audio quality in shared content. Ultimately, the police encourage everyone to be especially careful, noting that cyber criminals often target frequent social media users.