Body: YouTube recently warned creators about a phishing scam using a deepfake video of its CEO, Neal Mohan. This fraudulent video, privately shared with some users, falsely claims YouTube is changing its monetization policies to steal account information. YouTube's Tuesday announcement stated: "YouTube and its employees will never contact you or share information via private videos. If you receive a private video claiming to be from YouTube, be aware that it's a phishing scam."
In recent weeks, similar scams have been reported on Reddit. One user received an email from "Notification for YouTube Creators" claiming a private video was shared and requesting the download of a malicious file. Another user received a private video from "Channel for Creators" asking them to agree to new monetization policies on a fake DocuSign website. In both cases, the emails originated from no-reply@youtube.com.
YouTube further noted: "Many phishers actively target creators by attempting to impersonate YouTube and using features within the platform to link to malicious content." This type of scam isn't new; in 2023, Reddit users discovered a deepfake video of Mohan circulating online. If you receive such a fraudulent video, report it on the official YouTube website.
YouTube encourages all creators to remain vigilant, secure their account information, and avoid falling victim to these scams.
Key Points:
1. ⚠️ YouTube warns of a phishing scam targeting creators using AI-generated deepfake videos.
2. 📧 Users received emails from "Notification for YouTube Creators," claiming a private video was shared and demanding a malicious file download.
3. 🚫 YouTube advises users to report suspicious videos and ensure account security.
