Fake AI tools become new cyber threat as malware attacks on SMEs rise fivefold

Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky reports a fivefold increase in malware attacks targeting SMEs by disguising malicious software as popular AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude. These Trojan-based attacks exploit the growing reliance on AI for business productivity to steal data and compromise devices.
Why it matters
As businesses rapidly adopt AI, they become vulnerable to sophisticated social engineering tactics that leverage brand trust to bypass traditional security measures.
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The article reports on cybersecurity findings from a reputable firm without political or ideological framing.
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