Passwords Aren't Always the Safest Option

​Hackers are now using AI to make cyberattacks even easier and more dangerous. In the past, cybercriminals had to do a lot of work to steal passwords or trick people into clicking harmful links. Now, they can use AI to do most of the work for them.

Recently, researchers showed how AI can be tricked into helping hackers. One test got AI on to create a fake email designed to steal someone’s personal information. Another test tricked AI into building malware on the Chrome browser—a type of software that can steal login details, credit card numbers, and other sensitive data.

The scary part is that AI isn’t always able to tell when it’s doing something bad. If someone frames the request in a certain way, AI might help them without realizing it. This means cybercriminals can now create scams and harmful software faster than ever before.

Because of this, traditional security measures like passwords and basic two-factor authentication (2FA) aren’t enough anymore. To protect yourself, switch to passkeys, use app-based authentication instead of text message codes, and be extra careful about where you store your passwords. AI-powered threats aren’t just a possibility—they’re already happening.

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