AI-powered ransomware, extortion chatbots, vibe hacking just wait until agents replace affiliates It's no secret that AI tools make it easier for cybercriminals to steal sensitive data and then extort victim organizations. But two recent developments illustrate exactly how much LLMs lower the bar for ransomware and other financially motivated cybercrime and provide a glimpse to defenders about what's on the horizon.
Published: 2025-09-03T17:22:41