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AI agents are helping criminals to commit cyber crimes more cheaply and efficiently, say experts

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“AI agents are helping criminals to commit cyber crimes more cheaply and efficiently, say experts”

A convincing job offer, a message that mentions where you work or a caller who sounds like a relative could all be part of scams supported by AI agents, cybersecurity experts have warned. Criminals are increasingly using AI agents to research targets, handle conversations and carry out different parts of attacks, reducing work that previously required more people and technical knowledge. AI agents can make an approach feel personal, answer questions, and keep trying when the first request…

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