Global cyberattacks surge in 2026 as AI amplifies exploitation of software flaws

Researchers report a sharp increase in cyberattacks in 2026, driven by exploitation of design flaws in software and facilitated by AI. The trend spans devices from smartphones to cooling systems, indicating broad vulnerability across consumer and industrial sectors. The scale and attribution remain unclear, but the acceleration suggests a systemic shift in threat landscape.

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