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ChatGPT Use at Work Exposes Data Risks
When employees use AI tools like ChatGPT at work, it can expose your organization to data risks - and the reality is, you might not even know it's happening. To get ahead of potential threats, start by getting a clear picture of how employees are using these tools, and who exactly is behind each login.
Chinese Hacker Exploits AI Tools in South Korean Bank Cyberattacks
A Chinese hacker recently unleashed a targeted cyberattack on South Korea's financial sector, leveraging a cutting-edge AI-powered penetration testing suite called ARTEX alongside clever Claude agents to breach defenses. The sophisticated attack used multiple AI tools, including DeepSeek and Grok, to outsmart security measures.
Phishing Sites Impersonate AI Tools to Steal Ad Accounts, MFA Codes
Scammers are now using fake AI tools to trick victims into handing over their ad accounts and multi-factor authentication codes, with one phishing campaign gathering hundreds of victim submissions. They're getting clever with a technique called browser-in-the-browser, creating fake login prompts that look legit and are almost impossible to spot.
AI Tools Fuel $18,000 Data Heist Across 27 Firms
In a shocking near-autonomous theft campaign, hackers used AI tools to siphon data from 27 companies, including a Fortune 500 firm and a major US airline, in a matter of hours. The attackers launched at least 105 attacks in just five days, leaving a trail of compromised businesses in their wake.
Enterprises Unwittingly Overexpose AI Tools
The astonishing truth is that most enterprises now have one AI agent for every employee, with interactions growing a whopping 14 times faster in just six months. This explosive growth reveals that AI tools have become an integral part of daily work, not just a niche experiment.
Voting System Vulnerability Exploited with AI Tools
A shocking admission highlights a gaping hole in voting system privacy and integrity, now being exploited with the help of AI tools. By combining publicly available data with AI, a researcher was able to revive an old attack and apply it to recent election data, raising serious concerns about the security of our electoral process.
Aurora Ransomware Operators Leverage AI Tool Cursor in Targeted Attacks
Aurora ransomware operators are using AI tool Cursor to plan and execute targeted attacks, even going so far as to instruct it in Russian to exclude certain regions and domains. This sophisticated approach has enabled the group to breach over 20 organizations across nine countries in just a few months.
GRC AI Tools Fall Short on Enterprise Readiness
Most organizations are flying blind when it comes to GRC AI tools, with a staggering 87% of IT and security pros admitting they can't fully see the AI tools active within their organization. This visibility gap poses a foundational risk, making it harder to rely on other controls and assurances.
AI Tools Expose Vulnerabilities in Army's Unified Network
The Army's unified network is facing a new wave of vulnerabilities, thanks to AI tools that are making it easier for attackers to breach defenses. With AI, techniques that once required specialized skills can now be scaled with ease, expanding the attack surface and increasing risk.
GreyVibe hackers wield AI tools to fuel multi-sector cyberattacks
Meet GreyVibe, a likely Russian threat group that's been wreaking havoc across multiple sectors in Ukraine since at least August 2025, using AI-generated social engineering and custom malware to fuel its attacks. WithSecure researchers uncovered the group's activities, revealing a surprisingly unsophisticated approach despite its use of advanced AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini.
AI Tools Expose Healthcare to Rising Cyber Risk
The healthcare sector faces a rising cyber risk with the emergence of advanced AI tools like Anthropic's Claude Mythos, which could exponentially speed up vulnerability detection and exploitation. A leak of this powerful technology could create a force multiplier for cybercriminals, putting healthcare CISOs and security teams on high alert.
Phishing Campaigns Exploit Vercel's AI Tools
Scammers are using Vercel's AI tools to create super-realistic phishing sites that mimic popular brands, making it easier for them to trick victims into handing over sensitive info. This clever tactic allows attackers to quickly recreate malicious pages, even if they're taken down.
Cyberattacks Exploit Known Flaws in Supply Chain, AI Tools
A recent cyberattack exploited weaknesses in a company's infrastructure, resulting in a staggering $290 million heist from KelpDAO, highlighting the vulnerability of supply chains to targeted attacks. The attackers manipulated key nodes to gain control and siphon off funds.
AI Tools Accelerate Healthcare Cyber Threats, Experts Warn
As AI tools become more advanced, experts warn that they can also supercharge healthcare cyber threats, autonomously identifying and exploiting software flaws at unprecedented speeds. This could lead to a dramatic surge in attacks on hospitals, clinics, and patients, making the threat landscape more treacherous than ever.