U of T researchers use AI to develop more dangerous computer worms, warn of widespread internet risk
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Alexandra Posadzki
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Summary
University of Toronto researchers have discovered a method using AI to create more dangerous computer worms, posing a significant cybersecurity threat to any internet-connected device.
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