A new AI tool designed to help companies identify and remedy their security vulnerabilities has been repurposed by cybercriminals, transforming it into a powerful hacking weapon capable of exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities. This alarming trend was highlighted in a report from cybersecurity firm Check Point, which warns of the implications of this tool, named Hexstrike-AI, falling […]
UK Launches LASR Initiative to Combat AI Security Threats
The UK is taking significant steps to enhance its cybersecurity capabilities by establishing the Laboratory for AI Security Research (LASR). This new initiative is driven by the need to tackle emerging threats posed by artificial intelligence, described by officials as part of an “AI arms race.” With initial funding of £8.22 million from the government, […]


