

191. SPECIAL FEATURE: ‘(Ai)ding Cybercrime’ from SHIFT
9 snips Dec 13, 2024
Lee Klarich, Chief Product Officer at Palo Alto Networks and an expert in cybersecurity, dives into the double-edged sword of AI in the digital realm. He discusses how AI technologies are not only enhancing cybersecurity measures but also empowering cybercriminals, like in the recent trend of deepfake phishing attacks. Klarich highlights notable incidents, including a deepfake scam in Hong Kong, and emphasizes the urgent need for proactive security strategies as the landscape of cyber threats evolves.
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AI-Powered Zero-Day Attacks
- AI-powered attacks could soon become zero-day attacks, constantly evolving and posing new threats.
- This shift requires a fundamental change in cybersecurity technology and strategy.
Rise of AI-Powered Phishing
- Phishing emails have become more sophisticated due to AI, with a thousand percent increase.
- Deepfake phishing attacks also rose by 3000% from 2022 to 2023.
Machine Learning in Cybersecurity
- Machine learning and deep learning offer distinct advantages in cybersecurity beyond generative AI.
- These methods, while not creative like generative AI, enhance security through training and analysis.