Hackers teaming up with AI
Summary
Since AI can analyse vast amounts of publicly available data and better understand the target’s behaviour and preferences, AI-generated personalised phishing emails can be highly effective at deceiving individuals. For example, if an employee of a certain company uses an AI tool to write a report from confidential information, the same data later could be used to create so-called spear-phishing attacks that are highly tailored to individual targets, increasing the likelihood of success. AI tools help hackers automate tasks like reconnaissance and crafting custom malware, making their attacks more efficient, difficult to detect, and large-scale. “Cybersecurity requires a multi-layered approach, including user education, regular software updates, strong passwords, and best security practices,” says Briedis. The most common way to lure victims into downloading malware is through phishing emails that hide spoofed URLs and malicious files.