An AI-generated voice impersonating Secretary of State Marco Rubio has targeted US and foreign officials in a deceptive messaging scheme conducted over Signal, prompting internal security warnings.
The impersonator used AI voice generator technology to mimic Rubio's tone and writing style, contacting officials via Signal with a fake government address and convincing communication.
The State Department has launched an investigation into the AI impersonation case, advising caution and reporting of suspicious activity, while highlighting vulnerabilities in official communication channels.
While details of the fraudulent messages and the perpetrator's identity remain undisclosed, the incident underscores growing concerns regarding AI use for impersonation and manipulation of high-level officials.