March 25, 2025:
Cybercriminals Double Down on AI in 2024 - A report from KELA Research and Strategy Ltd. highlights a 200% increase in discussions of malicious AI tools on dark web forums in 2024. Cybercriminals are adopting AI for phishing, malware development, and financial fraud, using tools such as WormGPT and FraudGPT. Sophisticated phishing campaigns now employ generative AI, deepfake audio, and video.
Threat actors are enhancing AI jailbreaking techniques to bypass security measures. As AI becomes central to cybercrime, KELA advises organizations to bolster defenses with AI-driven security measures and employee training. This integration of AI into cybercrime necessitates a proactive response to protect against emerging threats.
