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The Rise of AI Powered Malware

AI malware is a growing concern in the world of cybersecurity. These types of malware use artificial intelligence and machine learning to evade detection and cause significant damage to individuals and organizations.

One example of AI malware is the "VPNFilter" malware, which was discovered in 2017 by researchers. This malware was able to infect routers and network-attached storage devices, and was able to evade detection by regularly changing its command-and-control servers. This made it difficult for security experts to track and remove the malware. It was later discovered that the malware was developed by a Russian state-sponsored group known as "Sandworm Team."

Another example of AI malware is the use of deepfake videos to spread malware through social media platforms. In 2018, researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham discovered that these types of videos could be used to bypass security measures by disguising themselves as legitimate video files. The malware was then spread through social media and messaging apps, and was being distributed by a group known as the "Turla" APT group, which is believed to be operating out of Russia.

AI-powered malware can also be used to launch DDoS attacks. For example, the Mirai botnet, which was discovered in 2016, was able to infect and control IoT devices, such as routers and security cameras, and use them to launch DDoS attacks. The botnet was able to generate massive amounts of traffic, resulting in some of the largest DDoS attacks seen to date.

The use of AI in malware is a serious threat to cybersecurity, as it can be used to launch large-scale attacks that are more difficult to detect and prevent. It's important for individuals and organizations to be aware of the potential for AI malware and to take appropriate precautions to protect themselves from these types of attacks.

For more information on AI powered malware check out chapter six in my WIP book on Wattpad "Navigating the Future: A Comprehensive Guide to Machine Learning and AI Ethics"