AI: A Friend or Foe in Cybersecurity?
Fortra’s Kurt Thomas was recently featured in IT Security Wire, shedding light on the evolving use of AI in cyberattacks. He warns, “Attackers will progress the use of artificial intelligence for attacks,” emphasizing the growing role of large language models in creating phishing emails and developing malicious software.
Originally published in IT Security Wire.
Excerpt: “One of the most concerning developments is the evolution of phishing tactics driven by AI-powered tools like LLMs. Cybercriminals now craft highly personalized and convincing phishing emails. This makes it harder for people to distinguish between legitimate and malicious mail.”