Un fallo de la IA que usaba para estafar delata a un ciberdelincuente
2026-08-11
EL PAÍS
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In Murcia, Spain, police arrested a cybercriminal who used AI-powered real-time facial modification (deepfake) to impersonate others and fraudulently obtain electronic signature certificates. The suspect attempted this 38 times with over 30 identities. A brief AI system malfunction revealed his real face, leading to his identification and arrest.[AI generated]
Why's our monitor labelling this an incident or hazard?
The event involves the use of an AI system (deepfake technology) in committing multiple fraud attempts, causing realized harm to individuals and institutions. The AI system was used maliciously to deceive security systems, leading to violations of rights and financial harm. This fits the definition of an AI Incident, as the AI system's use directly led to harm. The article does not describe a potential future harm or a response but an actual incident with realized harm.[AI generated]