Inbox intrusion hits FBI chief.

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Mar 30, 2026

Brian Long, CEO and co-founder of Adaptive Security, explains how AI-driven impersonation and deepfake hires create a new identity attack surface. He discusses why fake or remote-only applicants evade controls. Short takes cover HR onboarding gaps, motives of malicious hires, and practical defenses like in-person verification and targeted training.

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INSIGHT

AI Enables Fake Applicants At Scale

AI has created a surge in impersonation applicants who don't exist and can pass interviews using public data and synthetic content.
Brian Long says attackers pull LinkedIn details and photos to craft coherent applications that bypass typical remote-hiring controls.

INSIGHT

A Day On The Payroll Is Often Enough

Attackers only need a short employment window to deploy ransomware or exfiltrate data, sometimes a single day.
Long notes sleeper agents exist too, but quick-access attacks often suffice to cause major damage.

ADVICE

Start With Awareness Then Add Controls

Increase awareness across the organization about impersonation hiring and adjust controls accordingly.
Long advises educating staff and implementing basic controls so HR recognizes and resists remote-only onboarding risks.

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