Deepfake, through which the likeness of one person can be changed with the likeness of another person, the face of a person can be changed with the face of a prostitute, and videos can be created of some people who are not present in the real world.
In this article, we’ll explore how to identify deep fake videos and protect yourself from their potentially harmful effects.
Impact of Deepfake Videos
Due to deepfake technology, abuse material, child sexual abuse material, celebrity pornography videos, revenge porn, fake news, and many other financial frauds are being carried out. Due to deepfake technology, online crime has increased. People are being blackmailed. By making videos of their deep fake.
To prevent such fraud from happening to you, you need to be aware of it.
Best Practices for Identifying Deepfakes
1. Keep a check on the lighting of the video it might be a little dark.
2. The lip sync or face expressions might differ.
3. Sometimes it will go out of sync.
4. Check if the lighting, shadows, and reflections match the surroundings. Also, check for audio or visual cues that may be inconsistent with reality.
5. If you feel during a video call that it is a fake video call, then ask the person in front to move his hand over his face, by doing this you will know whether it is a fraud call or a real one.
6. Notice the Unnatural movements and gestures.
Tools and Techniques for Detecting Deepfakes
Video Deepfake Detection: FakeCatcher by Intel
Video & Image Deepfake Detection: Microsoft Video Authenticator Tool
The Path Forward: Prioritizing Deepfake Detection
Known as ‘Project Mockingbird, McAfee reveals advanced AI-detection capabilities that can empower consumers to discern what’s real and what’s fake in a time of malicious and misleading AI-generated content.
Consult with experts: If you are still unsure about the authenticity of the video, you can consult with experts in the field, such as forensic video analysts or fact-checking organizations.
Educating the Public about Deep Fakes
Awareness campaigns
With the help of public awareness campaigns, people can be made aware of Deepfake videos and guidance can be provided to them as to how they can protect themselves from this fraud. People can be made aware of many differences between real videos and fake videos.
