AI-generated material is content created or modified using artificial intelligence. It can be wholly synthetic, such as an image generated from a prompt, or existing media altered with AI tools. The term describes how content may have been made; by itself, it does not establish whether the content is authentic, depicts a real person, or meets a legal definition.
In cyber security and digital investigations, AI-generated material can be used to create deceptive media, impersonate people, or fabricate evidence. Investigators assess the file, metadata, provenance, and surrounding context rather than relying on appearance or labels alone. Preserving evidence through authorized procedures and maintaining a clear chain of custody help support reliable analysis and legal review.