China-linked cyberattacks on US AI technology expand to exploit human vulnerabilities
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Evelyn Cheng
Summary
Cyberattacks from China-linked actors targeting U.S. artificial intelligence technology are expanding beyond traditional tech-based attacks to exploit human-level vulnerabilities, such as social engineering and insider threats. Analysts warn that as the AI competition between the U.S. and China intensifies, these actors are broadening their targets beyond specific trade secrets like hardware designs to any AI-related intellectual property. The article highlights the growing sophistication and scope of state-sponsored cyber espionage in the AI sector.
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Rather than focusing on a specific trade secret, such as hardware designs, the hackers have broadened their interest to anything AI-related.
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