AI Security Threats: The Real Risk Behind Science Fiction Scenarios

We often hear about the positive aspects of artificial intelligence (AI) security -- the way it can predict what customers need through data and deliver a custom result. When the darker side of AI is discussed, the conversation often centers on data privacy. Other conversations in this area veer into science fiction where the AI works of its own volition: "Open the pod bay doors, HAL." But a concerning trend is emerging in the real world: an increase in AI-enabled cyberattacks. Cybersecurity experts are becoming more concerned about AI attacks, both now and in the near future.