13 november 2024
Not just for the benefit of it: How artificial intelligence helps fraudsters
Artificial intelligence is changing literally all areas, and cybersecurity is no exception. In 2024, the global market for AI-based security technologies exceeded $30 billion, and by 2030, it is projected to reach $135 billion. The usual methods of attackers, such as social engineering, are being supplemented by large-scale disinformation campaigns and synthetic media. The Munich Security Report and the World Economic Forum have identified this as one of the main risks for the coming years. The problem became especially acute in 2024, when about 4 billion people around the world took part in the elections. Criminals are rapidly adopting new technologies and developing attack methods. The progress of large language models contributes to the evolution of threats, making fraudulent schemes even more sophisticated. At the same time, the barrier of access to cybercrime is getting lower. Attacks require less and...