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Srsly Risky Biz: Ransomware uses AI to amp up negotiations
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Srsly Risky Biz: Ransomware uses AI to amp up negotiations
Ransomware groups are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance extortion negotiations with victims, as demonstrated by the FulcrumSec group, which employs simple breach techniques followed by AI-driven leverage tactics. A growing volume of patched vulnerabilities creates risk for organizations that delay patching, leaving unpatched systems exposed for extended periods.
Why it matters: Security teams should monitor FulcrumSec and similar groups adopting AI for social engineering in ransom demands, and accelerate patch deployment to avoid becoming targets during the lag between vulnerability disclosure and organizational remediation.
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