A threat actor known as Jinkusu has been reported to be promoting some deep fake technology tools designed to defeat identity verification systems used by financial platforms.
According to the reports shared by Dark Web Informer, the deep fake technology software is being advertised on underground forums where cybercriminal activity is common. The tool is specifically built to bypass Know Your Customer (KYC) checks, which are widely used by banks, crypto exchanges, and fintech companies to confirm user identities.
Typically, the deepfake technology software package includes a number of advanced features that makes it very dangerous. One of its main capabilities is its ability to carry out real-time face swapping, which involves a process where a user to replace their face with another person’s face when they are carrying out live verification on a platform.
Source: Darkweb Informer (X)
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This means an attacker can pretend to be someone else while they verify their identity with live cameras In addition to face swapping, the tool also offers voice manipulation features.
These allow users to change how their voice sounds in real time, making it possible to match the voice of the person whose identity they are trying to imitate. This adds another layer of deception, especially for platforms that use voice as part of their verification systems.
Another key feature on the deep fake technology is the virtual camera function. This allows the software to feed fake video input directly into verification systems, making it appear as though the user is presenting genuine live footage. In reality, the system is being tricked with manipulated or pre-recorded visuals that look authentic.
Growing Threat involved in Deep Fake Technology Systems
The growth of deep fake technology tools like has highlighted the growing threat in the digital security space. Previously, KYC systems have been used as a critical defense against fraud, money laundering, and identity theft, especially in the financial and cryptocurrency sectors.
However, as technology continue to evolve, attackers are looking for new ways to bypass these protection systems that have been used to protect users.
Experts have warned that the use of these kind of deepfake technology has become a major part and system used in recent fraud attacks. With tools like Jinkusu, attackers that are less skilled may be able to carry out complex identity fraud operations and increase risk for users.
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