"Rising Threat: AI-Powered Cyber-Physical Attacks on the Horizon, Warn Experts"
Experts are warning about the growing threat of "cyber-physical attacks" fueled by AI, with concerns that hackers could use generative AI to target critical infrastructure such as water treatment plants and the electrical grid. While some experts believe that AI could make it easier for hackers to exploit vulnerabilities in industrial and healthcare systems, others argue that AI also plays a crucial role in enhancing cyber defenses. Despite differing opinions on the threat level, the potential for AI-assisted cyber-physical attacks is a growing concern among cybersecurity experts.