North Korean Hackers Use AI Tools to Steal Millions in Cyberattacks

A group of North Korean hackers utilized AI tools to create malware, generate fake company websites, and successfully stole up to $12 million in three months. The attackers used AI for everything from vibe coding their malware to creating sophisticated social engineering campaigns. This incident demonstrates how artificial intelligence is lowering the barrier for state-sponsored actors to execute high-value thefts with mediocre technical skill.