Indo-Pacific nations need to put more focus on cybersecurity
Mar 04, 2024 - asia.nikkei.com
The article discusses the increasing use of cyberattacks by China as a geopolitical weapon and the role of AI in this context. It highlights the potential of generative AI to enable hackers to create convincing text in various languages for phishing attacks. The author, Vivek Chilukuri, a senior fellow and director of the technology and national security program at the Center for a New American Security, suggests that AI could also be used to strengthen defenses against such threats.
The article also provides links to related stories about cyber warfare and cyber threats in various regions, including Taiwan, Japan, and Australia. It mentions the involvement of hacktivists in the Israel-Hamas conflict and the role of technology in the Ukraine conflict. It also refers to efforts by Japan and the Quad countries to bolster their cyber defenses and the impact of North Korean crypto hackers.
Key takeaways:
Generative AI is making it easier for hackers to generate persuasive text for phishing attacks.
China is increasingly using cyberattacks as a geopolitical weapon.
Vivek Chilukuri, senior fellow and director of the technology and national security program at the Center for a New American Security, has expressed concern over these developments.
There is a need to fortify defenses against these growing cyber threats.
