Tags: ransomware

Generative AI is rapidly increasing the volume and sophistication of online scams, pushing fraud ahead of ransomware as the top cyber risk for businesses and consumers. Executives report widespread exposure to AI‑powered phishing, voice and text scams, as well as invoice fraud and identity theft. Consumers are also feeling the impact, with identity theft topping their concerns. Experts warn that the lower barriers for criminals and the realistic nature of synthetic media make detection harder, and call for coordinated action across governments, businesses and technology providers to protect trust and stability. Ler mais

A recent World Economic Forum report shows that nearly two‑thirds of organizations now evaluate AI risks before deployment, up from just over a third last year. While executives acknowledge rising AI‑related vulnerabilities, many are also turning to AI tools to bolster cybersecurity, especially for phishing detection, intrusion monitoring, and automated operations. Key barriers include skill shortages, the need for human validation, and lingering uncertainty about risks. The outlook highlights increasingly convincing phishing, deep‑fake scams and automated social engineering as the most pressing AI‑enabled threats. Ler mais

Google Drive for desktop is rolling out an AI-driven ransomware detection tool that scans for malicious file changes across Windows and macOS devices. Trained on millions of real-world ransomware samples, the model can identify suspicious activity, pause file syncing, alert users, and enable restoration to previous versions. The feature is currently in open beta with a goal of general availability by the end of the year, addressing a rise in ransomware incidents worldwide. Ler mais

South Korea, a global leader in broadband and digital innovation, is grappling with a series of high‑profile cyberattacks that have exposed personal data from millions of citizens. The attacks have targeted retailers, telecom giants, financial services, and even government‑linked institutions. Experts blame a fragmented governmental structure, a shortage of skilled cybersecurity talent, and the absence of a designated “first‑responder” agency for coordinated crisis management. In response, the presidential office’s National Security Office announced an inter‑agency plan to tighten defenses, though concerns remain about the balance of power and the effectiveness of the new approach. Ler mais