NETWORKS AND APPLICATIONS
In 2024 , the FBI issued a warning over escalating threats posed by cyber criminals utilising AI tools
“ Ransomware remains the most impactful cyber threat , with RansomHub emerging as the biggest ransomware group as of June 2024 ,” Graeme Stewart , Head of Public Sector at Check Point explains .
Even companies who have taken more modern approaches by adopting clouds , both hybrid and on-premise , are being hit hard . Although the form of attacks on the type of are becoming increasingly bespoke for each type .
This is because the threat landscape is seeing an increasing sophistication from attackers . Behind this ? AI .
“ Without doubt , the most significant emerging threats are those associated with the use of AI ,” explains Darren Thomson , Field CTO EMEAI at Commvault . “ Attack methods have become increasingly targeted and bespoke , and this is a trend that will only continue to accelerate , driven in large part by the capabilities offered by AI .”
AI attacks as emerging threats AI-powered attacks can significantly enhance the capabilities of hackers by automating and refining their malicious activities .
One of the primary ways AI can be utilised is through automated vulnerability identification , where machine learning algorithms scan extensive networks to find weaknesses and potential entry points .
“ Concerns are also growing that AI-driven analysis and predictive modelling will be used to target vulnerable assets or identify new attack vectors that can be exploited with minimal effort ,” Darren explains .
These methods will not only translate to attacks that are harder to detect and fight , but also a drastic rise in the sheer
102 October 2024