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Could AI Be Your Worst Enemy? How Hackers Are Using AI to Attack

It’s no longer a question of if AI will be used to attack, but when and how it will affect you.


The good news: the same technology that powers hackers is also creating smarter defenses.


Picture this: your computer seems to work just fine, your apps open quickly, and nothing looks suspicious.


But behind the screen, an intelligent system is learning your every move, adapting to your routine, and waiting for the perfect moment to strike.


Welcome to the new era of cybercrime driven by artificial intelligence (AI).

But behind the screen, an intelligent system is learning your every move, adapting to your routine, and waiting for the perfect moment to strike.
Image #1 - But behind the screen, an intelligent system is learning your every move, adapting to your routine, and waiting for the perfect moment to strike.

Why Does AI Change the Rules of the Game?

Not long ago, cyberattacks were like amateur thieves: they broke in, stole something, and left.


Today, thanks to AI, cybercriminals have automated persistent teams, real digital armies that never stop working.


What makes them so dangerous?

  • Autonomous attacks: Smart bots that don’t need human supervision. They learn from you, adjust their tactics, and become invisible.

  • Advanced persistence: They can stay hidden for months, collecting data and looking for weaknesses without raising suspicion.

  • Scalability: A single hacker can control thousands of automated agents, multiplying the reach and speed of attacks.


In other words, we’re not talking about traditional viruses anymore, but systems that think and evolve.


Signs You Should Watch For

Even though these attacks are sophisticated, there are clues an attentive user can notice:

  • Strange device behavior: Apps take longer to open or unknown processes run in the background.

  • Login alerts from unexpected places: If you get notifications of access from countries you’ve never visited, beware!

  • Unusual resource use: Your device overheats or the battery drains faster for no clear reason.


Not long ago, cyberattacks were like amateur thieves: they broke in, stole something, and left.
Image #2 - Not long ago, cyberattacks were like amateur thieves: they broke in, stole something, and left.

How to Stay Safe?

  • Password-free login: Use biometrics like fingerprints or facial recognition, or digital security keys.

  • Automatic updates: Keep your system and apps up to date without lifting a finger.

  • Password managers and two-step verification: Add extra layers of protection to keep hackers out.


Sources: MIT Technology Review – IA y Seguridad, https://www.technologyreview.com | ENISA (European Union Agency for Cybersecurity) - https://www.enisa.europa.eu

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