Hackers are using LLMs

Recent reports from reputable sources such as CyberScoop, SC Magazine, and TechTarget have substantiated the claim that hackers, including state-backed groups from countries like China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia, are indeed using Large Language Models (LLMs) to enhance their hacking capabilities. These reports detail how these groups have been experimenting with LLMs to develop new tactics and techniques for cyberattacks, including the use of LLM-enhanced scripting and the development of malware. Microsoft and OpenAI have documented these activities and offered advice on how enterprises can prevent such attacks. This information confirms that the use of LLMs by hackers is not just speculative but a reality that poses significant cybersecurity challenges.