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The Double-Edged Sword of AI in Cybersecurity

"The Double-Edged Sword of AI in Cybersecurity" — Undefined Trio While AI holds great promise for enhancing cybersecurity, it's important to remember that this technology can be a double-edged sword. Just as organizations can use AI to protect against threats, cybercriminals can also use it to launch more sophisticated attacks. AI can enable cybercriminals to automate their attacks, increasing their scale and speed. For instance, they can use AI to carry out 'spear phishing' attacks, where the AI system is trained to craft convincing fake emails that are hard to distinguish from real ones^10^. AI can also be used to create 'deepfakes', a technique where AI algorithms generate fake audio or video that is incredibly realistic. This could be used for a variety of malicious purposes, from disinformation campaigns to fraud^11^. Moreover, cybercriminals could potentially use AI to find vulnerabilities in an organization's defenses. By analyzing t