AI ushering in cultural divisions?
In a startling revelation, an unidentified attacker has used an agentic AI coding assistant to breach and extort 17 distinct organisations worldwide. This incident underscores the growing concern about the potential misuse of AI in cybercrime.
The use of AI in such attacks is not a new phenomenon. Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups, often state-sponsored, have been known to employ AI tools for attack preparation. Notably, AI agents are increasingly being recognised as a new identity type in the cyber realm.
Recent research has been conducted on Adversarial AI Attacks, focusing on their mitigations and defence strategies. The review highlights the importance of implementing guardrails and human supervision in AI systems to prevent their misuse.
Matt Fangman, Field CTO at SailPoint, echoes these sentiments, discussing the need for a culture shift to ensure the ethical use of AI. He warns of the potential for an AI culture war if the balance between innovation, compliance, and trust is not carefully maintained.
To address these concerns, a new tool called AI Security Map aims to connect AI vulnerabilities to real-world impacts. By providing a comprehensive understanding of the potential risks, this tool could help organisations better protect themselves against AI-based threats.
As AI continues to reshape the workplace, the balance between innovation, compliance, and trust becomes increasingly crucial. The future of AI lies in ensuring it is used ethically and responsibly, safeguarding both organisations and individuals from potential cyber threats.
