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- McAfee’s tool detects scams over email, text and deepfake attempts on social media and elsewhere
- It states that victims on average lose nearly $1,500 to scammers
- You need to be a paid McAfee customer to get protection
Scammers are getting more and more sophisticated AI technology to create convincing emails, text messages and AI-generated deepfake videos.
A recent one McAfee survey found almost two thirds (59%) of Americans have been victims of scams or know someone who has, with average losses reaching almost $1,500.
To address this trend, the antivirus software The company launched its AI-powered Scam Detector, a solution designed to protect users from falling prey to these digital traps.
McAfee Scam Detector
McAfee’s Scam Detector is powered by Smart AI, the same technology behind the company’s online protection tools.
This system identifies and flags suspicious emails and text messages before users engage with them. It also flags AI-edited videos that might impersonate trusted figures or promote fake endorsements.
It blocks potential threats and provides explanations to help users understand why a message or video is dangerous and learn about common scamming tactics.
The company revealed that this tool will soon be available in additional languages, including French, German and Japanese, ensuring wider accessibility.
This tool integrates with popular platforms such as Gmail, Outlook, Android and iOS. Users don’t need to manually scan links or upload files for review; the tool works automatically. If a potential scam is detected, a notification will be sent to the user.
Beginning this spring, the Scam Detector will be included in McAfee+ and Total Protection plans at no additional cost.
Once activated, the tool provides real-time protection, working continuously on a user’s smartphones, laptops and tablets.
“Scammers are getting smarter every day, using technologies like artificial intelligence to make their tricks more convincing and harder to spot,” said Steve Grobman, McAfee’s Chief Technology Officer.
“They play on people’s emotions – like fear, urgency or trust – to get what they want,” he added.
“That’s why we created McAfee Scam Detector, powered by AI. It warns you about scams before they can cause damage, helps you stay in control of your personal information, and helps you build the skills you need to outsmart scammers for good”.
