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Research·Aug 10·all news from August 10, 2026

Kimsuky Develops AI Tools to Automate Cyberattacks, Researchers Say

Security researchers have identified that the hacking group Kimsuky is utilizing offline artificial intelligence tools to increase the efficiency of its phishing campaigns and malware creation. By integrating these automated systems into their workflows, the threat actors can scale their operations and reduce the time required to develop malicious code. This development highlights a growing trend of state-sponsored groups adopting generative technologies to streamline digital espionage and cyberattack tactics.

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