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Cybercriminals Exploit AI Chatbots in Sophisticated Social Engineering Attacks

WebProNews·Maya Perez·3 days ago
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Cybercriminals continue to refine their social engineering techniques to match how people interact with technology today, according to a new report from Microsoft. The company’s threat intelligence team has observed attackers adjusting their methods to exploit modern user habits, particularly the growing reliance on artificial intelligence tools for quick answers and recommendations. One emerging risk involves AI chatbots inadvertently directing users toward dangerous websites, a development that requires heightened awareness when following any links suggested by these systems. Microsoft’s analysis highlights how threat actors study shifts in consumer behavior and adapt their campaigns accordingly. As more individuals turn to conversational AI for research, shopping advice, or technical support, attackers have started to insert themselves into these interactions.…

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