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Last updated: 08 October 2026 at 08:01

AI-Generated Malware Floods UK Businesses

A surge in AI-generated malware is threatening UK businesses, with many struggling to keep up with the sheer volume of attacks.

https://www.theregister.com/2023/02/20/ai_generated_malware_uk_businesses/

UK Government Warns of AI-Powered Phishing Attacks

The UK government has issued a warning about the rise of AI-powered phishing attacks, which are becoming increasingly sophisticated and difficult to detect.

https://www.gov.uk/news/warning-about-ai-powered-phishing-attacks

New AI-Generated Vulnerability Discovered in Open-Source Software

A new AI-generated vulnerability has been discovered in open-source software, highlighting the potential risks of AI-generated code and the need for improved security measures.

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UK Cybersecurity Agency Issues Alert Over AI-Driven DDoS Attacks

The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued an alert over the rise of AI-driven DDoS attacks, which are becoming increasingly common and difficult to defend against.

https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/news/alert-ai-driven-ddos-attacks

AI-Generated Code Found in Popular UK Software Packages

AI-generated code has been found in several popular software packages used by UK businesses, raising concerns about the potential risks of AI-generated code and the need for improved security measures.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-64321345