AI Tools Are Helping Mediocre North Korean Hackers Steal Millions

# AI Is Making Hacking Easier for Less Skilled Criminals North Korean hackers with relatively basic skills are using AI tools to pull off sophisticated theft operations, stealing millions of dollars in just weeks. Instead of needing deep technical expertise, these criminals now use AI to automatically write malware code and create convincing fake websites that trick people into giving up money or passwords. It's a warning sign that as AI becomes more accessible, it's lowering the bar for cybercriminals everywhere.
One group of hackers used AI for everything from vibe coding their malware to creating fake company websites—and stole as much as $12 million in three months.
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