AI for Malware Development & Analysis in Cybersecurity

Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized numerous industries in recent years, and cybersecurity is no exception. AI has developed into a potent tool for security professionals, useful for both threat analysis and system protection. AI is employed to protect data and systems, but because of its dual nature, it is also increasingly being utilized for evil intent, most notably in the creation of malware. This article examines the future of AI-driven threats, cybersecurity consequences, and the application of AI in malware production and analysis.

The Evolution of Malware and AI's Role

In its most basic definition, malware is malicious software intended to damage or take advantage of any server, network, or device. Malware has developed throughout the years from simple computer viruses to sophisticated Trojans, worms, ransomware, and rootkits. Attackers are using artificial intelligence (AI) more often to increase the efficacy of their malware as more firms implement sophisticated cybersecurity protections.

Malware boosted by AI has the ability to adapt, learn, and evolve, making it far more hazardous than conventional malware. Malicious actors can develop malware that can automate attacks, avoid detection, and adjust to changes in its surroundings by utilizing machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) techniques. Since hackers can now produce software that adapts to defenses and changes to stay undiscovered, this intelligence-driven evolution of malware represents a dramatic change in the ways that cybercriminals operate.

AI in Malware Development

1. Automated Malware Creation

Automation is one of the main uses of AI in malware development. Malware makers....

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Daniel Anyemedu

Hybrid Intrusion and Vulnerability Evaluation