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Experts discover first-ever AI-powered ransomware called “PromptLock”

Experts discover first-ever AI-powered ransomware called "PromptLock"

A ransomware attack is an organization’s worst nightmare. Not only does it harm the confidentiality of the organizations and their customers, but it also drains money and causes damage to the reputation. Defenders have been trying to address this serious threat, but threat actors keep developing new tactics to launch attacks. To make things worse, we have a new AI-powered ransomware strain. 

First AI ransomware

Cybersecurity experts have found the first-ever AI-powered ransomware strain. Experts Peter Strycek and Anton Cherepanov from ESET found the strain and have termed it “PromptLock.” “During infection, the AI autonomously decides which files to search, copy, or encrypt — marking a potential turning point in how cybercriminals operate,” ESET said.

The malware has not been spotted in any cyberattack as of yet, experts say. Promptlock appears to be in development and is poised for launch. 

Although cyber criminals used GenAI tools to create malware in the past, PromptLock is the first ransomware case that is based on an AI model. According to Cherepanov’s LinkedIn post, Promptlock exploits the

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