Deepfake AI used to create non-consensual pornographic content targeting university student in Solo
A university student in Solo, Indonesia reportedly became the victim of deepfake technology used to create and spread non-consensual sexually explicit images and videos of her face in early 2026. The manipulated content was distributed via Instagram and Telegram, accompanied by threatening messages from the perpetrator, causing the victim severe psychological trauma. Police opened an investigation in January 2026.
What happened
A university student in Solo (Surakarta), identified as E, became the target of deepfake technology to create non-consensual pornographic content in early 2026. Her face was digitally manipulated into explicit images and videos that appeared to show her in sexual situations.
The manipulated images and videos were spread via Instagram and Telegram. The perpetrator also contacted the victim via Instagram, initially attempting to communicate with her and later sending threats of a bomb attack when she did not respond. The victim was informed that the content had been distributed on Telegram.
Reported impact
The victim experienced severe psychological distress, including intense stress for nearly a week after discovering the content. She initially did not tell her parents due to fear, though her condition reportedly improved over time, though she remained traumatized.
Index analysis
According to cybersecurity expert Alfons Tanujaya, there is no way to completely prevent becoming a victim of deepfake once a face has been recorded digitally through social media, computers, or surveillance cameras. He noted that while AI is currently the most popular method for facial manipulation, other technologies can also be used for similar purposes.
Governance controls
Police initiated an investigation through the Ditressiber (Cyber Crime Unit) of Polda Jateng on 28 January 2026 after the victim filed a report. According to police, profiling of suspected perpetrators had been conducted and was progressing toward identification, pending witness examination to strengthen evidence.
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