Security news weekly round-up - 9th October 2026
The popularity of AI and LLM chabots are a good thing. We also cannot ignore the fact that malicious users can use them to advance their objectives. Malicious websites are still out there. In this context, these fake websites are not what they claim to be. And, just so you know, some low-cost phones can ship with malware. Prompt Injection: Why Hackers No Longer Need Code to Steal Your Data I know…
Security News Weekly Round-Up - 9th October 2026
AI and LLM chatbots continue to gain popularity, but malicious users can exploit them for their own purposes. Fake websites pretending to be legitimate AI platforms, such as Fake ChatGPT and Gemini sites, are stealing advertising accounts and MFA codes, leading to unauthorized ad campaigns and reselling of stolen balances.
Researchers have discovered that low-cost Android phones are often shipped with malware embedded in their firmware. This malware, found in devices with MediaTek chipsets, grants attackers system-level privileges, allowing them to install and remove applications, grant sensitive permissions, and execute remote code without user interaction.
Windows malware now uses Grok AI to help it stay hidden. This malware maintains persistence by analyzing the compromised computer's state and selecting appropriate methods to retain access. The Grok connection refers to the malware's ability to use AI to adapt and evade detection.
Crypto expert Vitalik Buterin warns that AI could potentially accelerate mathematical discoveries that might weaken cryptographic systems like RSA, potentially reducing the time required for such attacks from years to mere seconds. This concern highlights the urgent need for the crypto community to address potential vulnerabilities brought about by advancements in AI.
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