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Associated Press
14-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
AI-Powered Cybercrime Surges as Hackers Embrace Generative and Autonomous AI, According to New Malwarebytes Report
New report warns organizations about the imminent rise of autonomous attackers and a looming transformation of cybercrime as we know it SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Malwarebytes, a global leader in real-time cyber protection, today released its latest ThreatDown report, Cybercrime in the Age of AI, which reveals how threat actors leverage generative artificial intelligence (AI) to create entirely new forms of cyberattacks. The report predicts that AI agents will soon usher in a world of far more frequent, sophisticated, and difficult-to-detect cyberattacks. From AI-generated phishing campaigns, deepfake scams, and malware, the report outlines the growing arsenal of tools at cybercriminals' disposal and how businesses can best defend themselves from the onslaught of attacks. 'Cybercrime is undergoing a transformation,' said Marcin Kleczynski, Founder and CEO at Malwarebytes. 'We're not just seeing a rise in the quantity of attacks, we're seeing entirely new forms of deception and automation that would have been unimaginable just a few years ago. As AI technology matures, Malwarebytes will continue to deliver robust solutions to detect, respond to, and protect against the evolution of cybercrime.' AI Makes Cybercrime More Accessible and Convincing Since ChatGPT's release in late 2022, criminals have rushed to exploit generative AI. Threat actors today are weaponizing these tools to write malware, craft convincing phishing emails, and launch realistic social engineering attacks. In one case from January 2024, a finance worker was manipulated into transferring $25 million during a video call populated entirely by AI-generated deepfakes of company executives. Criminals have also found creative ways to bypass built-in AI safeguards, using techniques like prompt chaining, prompt injection, and jailbreaking to produce their own malicious outputs. In 2023, Malwarebytes' own researchers used prompt chaining to demonstrate that ChatGPT could be duped into writing ransomware, despite safeguards to prevent it. Autonomous AI Attackers Are on the Horizon While generative AI has already lowered the barrier to entry for cybercrime, the report warns that agentic AI is poised to escalate these kinds of attacks. Agentic AI can replace human attackers, automating, accelerating, and scaling labor-intensive techniques like ransomware. Many research teams have successfully created AI agents for offensive cybersecurity, including: These examples mark a new chapter in cybersecurity, where AI is no longer just a tool for attackers but AI becomes the attacker, operating at scale, 24/7, and at speeds human defenders may struggle to match. As cybercriminals grow more skilled at developing and deploying AI agents, these tools will inevitably be used to increase the volume and speed of labor-intensive attacks, especially the most dangerous kind: big game ransomware. Defending Against AI-Powered Attacks To counter the growing threat of AI-powered cybercrime, organizations must reduce their attack surface, monitor systems continuously, and respond to alerts immediately. That includes deploying endpoint protection, such as ThreatDown Managed Detection and Response (MDR), capable of catching the increased quantity of AI-generated threats and using 24/7 expert analysts to spot evolving tactics. To read the full report, visit Plus, to learn about the latest threats and cyber protection strategies for businesses, visit or follow ThreatDown on LinkedIn and X. About Malwarebytes Malwarebytes is a global cybersecurity leader delivering award-winning endpoint protection, privacy and threat prevention solutions worldwide. ThreatDown, Malwarebytes' corporate product portfolio, simplifies endpoint security by combining award-winning detection and remediation with quick deployment in an easy user-interface – with one agent and one console - to protect people, devices, and data in minutes. Since 2008, Malwarebytes has been detecting and eliminating threats that others missed for half a billion individuals and thousands of businesses. A world class team of threat researchers and proprietary AI-powered engines provide unmatched threat intelligence to detect and prevent known and unknown threats. The company is headquartered in California with offices in Europe and Asia. For more information and career opportunities, visit Malwarebytes Media Contact: Julianne Cavanaugh, Public Relations [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Malwarebytes
Associated Press
29-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Malwarebytes Ignites Partner Success with Targeted Channel Initiatives
Strategic developments enhance the ThreatDown Partner Program and further its channel-first mission SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Malwarebytes, a global leader in real-time cyber protection, today announced several channel initiatives focused on driving partner success through its ThreatDown family of products. During the past several months, Malwarebytes introduced a self-service trial of the OneView management platform for Managed Services Providers (MSP), launched a new partner certification program, announced strategic partnerships, and honored the achievements of top partners in the partner program. 'Malwarebytes remains deeply dedicated to our channel-first vision, ensuring that our partners and MSPs have the tools, training, and resources they need to succeed,' said Marcin Kleczynski, Founder and CEO at Malwarebytes. 'Our latest initiatives strengthen our partner ecosystem, create new opportunities, and ensure our partners can protect their clients with confidence.' ThreatDown OneView Trial for MSPs To streamline the vendor selection process, Malwarebytes now offers MSPs a 15-day trial of the OneView platform —completely free and with no commitment. This trial provides hands-on experience with deploying sites and products, while allowing MSPs to explore seamless integration into their existing service offerings. When the trial ends, transitioning to a paid subscription takes just minutes, with no disruption to service. Partner Certification Program In March 2025, ThreatDown launched the Partner Sales & Technical Certification Program to accelerate partner growth and success. This tailored program delivers training aligned to each partner's unique business model, equipping them with the expertise and strategies needed to drive sales, support ThreatDown solutions, and scale their business. New Strategic Partnerships Strengthening and expanding strategic channel partnerships remains a key priority for Malwarebytes. In recent months, the company has broadened its global reach through partnerships with Bakotech, CMS Distribution, Onecom, SuperOps and TeamViewer. 'With increasing demand for robust and streamlined cybersecurity solutions, Malwarebytes' innovative approach perfectly complements our commitment to delivering best-in-class technology to our partners,' said Sophia Anastasi, Vice President of Sales for CMS Distribution. 'The collaboration not only enhances our security portfolio but also empowers our resellers to drive growth and protect their customers more effectively.' Honoring Partner Excellence Earlier this month, Malwarebytes recognized the success and contributions of several key partners during its annual Partner of the Year Awards. The awards celebrate partners who have demonstrated outstanding achievements and have played a pivotal role in driving mutual success, innovation, and growth over the past year. Winners include Data Center Warehouse, LLC, Insight Enterprises, Guardian Network Solutions, Scinary Cybersecurity, Climb Channel Solutions, Pax8, and Atera Networks. To learn more about ThreatDown programs for reseller and MSP partners visit or follow ThreatDown on LinkedIn and X. About Malwarebytes Malwarebytes is a global cybersecurity leader delivering award-winning endpoint protection, privacy and threat prevention solutions worldwide. ThreatDown, Malwarebytes' corporate product portfolio, simplifies endpoint security by combining award-winning detection and remediation with quick deployment in an easy user-interface – with one agent and one console - to protect people, devices, and data in minutes. Since 2008, Malwarebytes has been detecting and eliminating threats that others missed for half a billion individuals and thousands of businesses. A world class team of threat researchers and proprietary AI-powered engines provide unmatched threat intelligence to detect and prevent known and unknown threats. The company is headquartered in California with offices in Europe and Asia. For more information and career opportunities, visit Malwarebytes Media Contact: Julianne Cavanaugh, Public Relations [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Malwarebytes
