UAE says it foiled wave of AI-backed cyberattacks on vital sectors

The UAE Cybersecurity Council reported thwarting a series of AI-powered cyberattacks targeting digital infrastructure and "vital sectors." The attacks included network infiltration attempts, ransomware deployment, and systematic phishing campaigns. The council warned of a "qualitative shift" in methods used by unidentified groups, suggesting AI tools are making cyberattacks more sophisticated and harder to detect. The disclosure adds to growing evidence that AI is lowering the barrier for state and non-state actors to launch advanced cyber operations.

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