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AI Gives Cybercriminals a Dangerous Time Advantage

September 2, 2026 · Dark Reading · Severity: MEDIUM

Former cybercriminal Brett Johnson provides a look inside the mind of a threat actor and discusses where AI provides the most value for attackers.

Key Takeaways

  • AI lets cybercriminals act faster, shrinking the time defenders have to respond.
  • Threat actors leverage AI to scale attacks and automate malicious tasks.
  • Understanding attacker psychology helps security teams anticipate AI-driven threats.
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