AI Tools Amplify Ransomware Attacks Despite Lack of Full Automation

WIRED reports that while fully automated ransomware is not yet a reality, attackers with limited sophistication are leveraging AI tools to increase the scale and impact of their operations. The article highlights a trend of AI-assisted social engineering and code generation lowering the barrier to entry for cybercrime. This signals an evolving threat landscape where AI amplifies existing attack vectors, increasing risk for organizations and potentially driving higher cybersecurity spending.

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