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Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly recognized as a critical technology in cybersecurity. Its ability to be used both as a tool for attack and defense underscores its double-edged nature. In particular, machine learning, a sub-discipline of AI, makes it possible to recognize patterns in data and use them to make predictions, benefiting both attackers and defenders.
Strengths of artificial intelligence
AI can enable computers to learn and think in a similar way to humans. In IT security, defense systems use machine learning to develop a behavior-based understanding of their environment. This is particularly valuable in complex and dynamic threat scenarios, as attackers also use AI methods.
Use of AI by attackers
Cyber criminals use AI for various attack strategies such as phishing, malware or brute force attacks. Technologies such as ChatGPT make phishing emails more personalized and convincing. AI-based malware shows an increased risk potential, especially polymorphic malware that changes its code with each attack. Brute force attacks also benefit from intelligent algorithms that guess passwords faster.
Offensive AI techniques
In future, intelligent malware could autonomously detect and exploit vulnerabilities. These so-called zero-day exploits pose a significant threat. Companies must be prepared for this increased threat and develop appropriate countermeasures.
Defensive AI strategies
In view of the threats posed by AI-based attacks, the use of defensive AI methods is becoming indispensable. These methods recognize patterns and anomalies in large amounts of data, which is crucial for defending against phishing attempts and polymorphic malware. Defensive machine learning complements the existing security infrastructure, but human expertise remains indispensable.
Combination of AI and human expertise
For effective protection, AI methods must be combined with rule-based detection systems and human judgment. The experience and knowledge of analysts in the Security Operations Center (SOC) are crucial for correctly identifying and fending off attacks.
Conclusion: Integration of AI in cyber defense
AI will play a key role in IT security. While attackers use advanced AI methods, defensive AI technologies open up new possibilities for effectively detecting and combating threats. A comprehensive security approach with integrated AI technologies will become the future standard in cyber defense. However, companies should first create transparency about their infrastructure, for example through a security information and event management (SIEM) system that provides a valid database for defensive AI methods.
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