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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.