Low-Skill Attackers Use AI Tools to Expand Ransomware Attacks

Wired reports that fully automated ransomware has not yet appeared, but relatively unsophisticated attackers are already using AI tools to carry out damaging attacks. The source excerpt provides no specifics on tools, victims, or attack volumes. The piece frames the trend as an emerging threat rather than a settled shift.

Why it matters: IT operations and security teams should expect more ransomware from less-skilled actors who can use AI to speed up attacks, so incident response and backup readiness need attention now.