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AI agents fuel surge in autonomous cyberattacks, experts warn

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AI models are increasingly being used to power sophisticated cyberattacks, with autonomous AI agents capable of breaching company websites at a fraction of the cost of human attackers. Experts note that advancements in AI models' coding skills and their ability to act more autonomously have led to a dramatic increase in their cybersecurity-relevant tasks. While open-weight AI models offer powerful, low-cost tools for attackers, some argue they also benefit defenders by providing more flexibility than restricted closed models. AI

IMPACT AI's growing capabilities in coding and autonomy are lowering the barrier for cyberattacks, potentially increasing their frequency and sophistication.

RANK_REASON Article discusses expert opinions and trends regarding AI-powered cyberattacks, rather than a specific new release or event.

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Emily Forlini ·

    Powerful new AI models are powering a growing wave of cyber attacks, experts say

    Three incidents this month involved hundreds of website breaches, an unprecedented refund from OpenAI, and banking data stolen from 68,000 people.

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