OpenAI says we're running out of time to act on cyber defense. Here's what you can actually do about it.
OpenAI warned AI is making cyber attacks ore sophisticated and widespread. Cybersecurity experts say there are steps you can take to protect yourself.
OpenAI and over 100 other tech organizations have issued a warning about the escalating threat of AI-driven cyberattacks, urging governments and organizations to collaborate on enhancing cyber defense. The letter emphasizes the urgency of addressing the issue as AI-enabled attacks become more sophisticated and widespread. Kevin Powers, a faculty director for cybersecurity at Boston College Law School, believes the warning is a direct call to policymakers to treat cybersecurity as a matter of national security.
The letter specifically mentions the potential for AI to disrupt critical infrastructure, such as hospitals, water treatment plants, and the internet, which poses a risk to individuals as well. AI has made phishing attacks more sophisticated, personalized, and easier to scale, with the FBI reporting over 22,000 AI-related internet crimes in 2025, resulting in more than $893 million in reported losses.
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