Europol Report Highlights the Increasing Value of Stolen Data and the Use of AI by Cybercriminals
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According to the latest Europol report, stolen data is gaining value due to its monetization potential. The article highlights the adoption of large language models (LLMs) and other artificial intelligence (AI) techniques by cybercriminals to exploit this data. The report also emphasizes the importance of critical infrastructure, NIS and NIS 2 directives, and DORA regulation in combating cybercrime. Techniques such as phishing, ransomware, and social engineering are also mentioned as common methods used to steal personal data and passwords.