North Korean Hackers Utilize AI for Sophisticated Cyberattacks

State-supported hackers from North Korea are increasingly using artificial intelligence, including ChatGPT, to conduct advanced cyber operations and scams.

North Korean cybercriminals are employing AI tools like ChatGPT to execute sophisticated scams, targeting global defense, cybersecurity, and cryptocurrency companies.
The funds raised from these cyber operations are helping to finance North Korea's ballistic missile and nuclear programs, according to a UN panel of experts.
Microsoft confirmed that hackers from North Korea, along with those from China, Russia, and Iran, are using AI services for malicious cyber activities.
Generative AI is being used by North Korean hackers to create credible-looking profiles on professional networking sites such as LinkedIn, enhancing their phishing efforts.
The international community faces a significant challenge in countering these AI-enabled cyber threats, highlighting the need for advanced cybersecurity defenses and international cooperation.