South Korea and Japan buffeted by hacks as AI lowers bar for cybercriminals

Network security events in Japan and South Korea have surged, with experts attributing the rise to the use of AI tools.

According to TrendAI data, Japan saw a 37% increase in network security events in August compared to July, with 86 incidents reported in the past month.

The use of AI tools has made it easier for attackers to automate tasks such as scanning software vulnerabilities and creating phishing activities, making network crimes faster, cheaper, and harder to detect.