vulnerability
Hackers Abuse AI Pen-Test Tool Cairn to Automate Massive Attack Spree
Medium
Summary
Chinese-speaking hackers have leveraged the AI-powered penetration testing tool Cairn to automate a massive attack spree against numerous e-commerce websites globally. The operation, involving over 1,100 attack projects, resulted in at least one web shell being installed, potentially granting attackers ongoing access. Experts warn that this demonstrates a significant shift in cyberattack economics, with attackers now able to target a far wider range of organizations with minimal investment.
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