Ransomware Can Operate Autonomously Using LLMs, Says NYU Engineering Study
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Contributed by: Drex DeFord
Summary
A recent study from NYU Tandon School of Engineering reveals that advanced ransomware, termed Ransomware 3.0, can now operate autonomously using large language models (LLMs). This capability allows attackers to execute a full ransomware attack—including reconnaissance, file scanning, and personalized notifications—without human input, significantly raising the sophistication and adaptability of such threats. The findings highlight a troubling shift in the cybersecurity landscape, as this autonomous approach makes it increasingly challenging for traditional security measures, which rely on static signatures, to effectively detect these threats. Healthcare professionals should be aware that this evolution could lead to more frequent and diversified attacks on healthcare systems, underscoring the need for enhanced cybersecurity strategies.
