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Cybercriminals Worry AI Tools Will Disrupt Their Illicit Trade
Cybercriminals are getting anxious about the impact of AI tools on their illicit trade, and experts warn that now is the time for organizations to step up their cyber hygiene game with measures like timely patching, multifactor authentication, and passkey use. By prioritizing these defenses, businesses can stay ahead of emerging threats, including AI-assisted attacks.
AI-Powered Cybercrime Tools Flood Dark Web Marketplaces
The dark web has seen a staggering 3,810% surge in AI-powered cybercrime tools, with posts skyrocketing from 38 in December to 1,486 in February, signaling a new wave of threats. This alarming trend has experts like Cynthia Kaiser, SVP of the Ransomware Research Center at Halcyon, warning that cyber threats have become the "national security challenge of our lifetime."