"ChatGPT and the New AI Are Wreaking Havoc on Cybersecurity in Exciting and Frightening Ways"
Christopher Ahlberg, CEO of Recorded Future, emphasizes that cybercriminals are racing to discover powerful new hacks using Artificial Intelligence (AI). While defenders benefit from generative AI in bolstering cybersecurity, attackers also see the benefits of using AI technology. Cybercriminals are using AI to launch novel and sophisticated attacks on a massive scale. According to Ahlberg, defenders are using the same technology to protect critical infrastructure, government organizations, and corporate networks. Generative AI capabilities have helped malicious actors improve and develop new attack tactics, allowing them to remain one step ahead of cybersecurity defenses. AI helps cybercriminals automate attacks, scan attack surfaces, and generate content that resonates with different geographic regions and demographics, thus enabling them to target a broader range of potential victims. Cybercriminals have adopted the technology to create legitimate-looking phishing emails. AI-generated text facilitates the creation of highly personalized emails and text messages that are more likely to deceive targets. As AI becomes more pervasive in society, lawmakers, judges, and other decision-makers must understand the technology and its potential consequences. In order to navigate the future of AI in threat hunting and beyond, it is essential to develop stronger alliances between technical experts and policymakers. The opportunities, challenges, and ethical considerations of AI are complex and evolving in cybersecurity. This article continues to discuss how AI is impacting cybercrime and cybersecurity operations.