Chinese developer makes ARTEX AI agent closed-source after Korean bank hack
Chinese developer Autumn-27 has made the AI agent ARTEX closed-source following its use in cyberattacks against South Korean banks. The Seoul-based project will no longer receive updates or maintenance support, as identified by cybersecurity firms. ARTEX, originally designed to aid enterprises with security risk testing, is no longer publicly updated.
The developer opposes any illegal use of the software. At least nine South Korean banks were targeted since late September, leading to a police investigation and President Lee Jae Myung's call for stronger countermeasures. Chinese authorities have not commented on the case, reaffirming their stance against hacking activities.
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