Majority of Orgs Hit by AI Cyber-Attacks as Detection Lags
AI-driven cyber-attacks are becoming a widespread threat, with 87% of security professionals reporting incidents in the past year, according to SoSafe’s latest cybercrime trends report. Despite the growing concern, only 26% of security experts express high confidence in their ability to detect such attacks.
The World Economic Forum noted a 223% rise in deepfake-related tools on dark web forums between early 2023 and 2024, further fueling concerns. While 91% of experts expect AI-driven attacks to surge over the next three years, nearly all respondents acknowledge the urgency of improving detection capabilities.
Eleven11bot Estimates Revised Downward as Researchers Point to Mirai Variant
The Eleven11bot botnet, initially believed to be a massive IoT-driven DDoS threat, may be smaller than feared. GreyNoise revised its estimate to under 5,000 infected devices, though Nokia Deepfield maintains that up to 30,000 remain active in attacks against telecom and gaming platforms.
Researchers now believe Eleven11bot is a Mirai variant exploiting a single vulnerability in HiSilicon-based devices running TVT-NVMS-9000 software. As security firms continue tracking the botnet, the debate over its true scale underscores the challenges of assessing evolving cyber threats.
Cybersecurity Gender Divide: Just 22% Women Amid Workforce Turbulence
Women remain underrepresented in cybersecurity, comprising only 22% of the global workforce, according to a new ISC2 study. Regional disparities persist, with Italy reporting the highest representation at 26.7%, while Germany lags at 14.6%. In the U.S., women hold just 19.2% of cybersecurity roles.
The industry’s ongoing workforce challenges—including budget cuts and shifting work practices—are compounding the issue. With cybersecurity vital to digital infrastructure, experts stress the need for more inclusive hiring and diversity initiatives to close the gap.
