{"id":26218,"date":"2023-09-18T19:31:21","date_gmt":"2023-09-18T14:01:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kaspersky.co.in\/blog\/?p=26218"},"modified":"2023-10-13T21:15:38","modified_gmt":"2023-10-13T15:45:38","slug":"apac-cybersecurity-weekend-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kaspersky.co.in\/blog\/apac-cybersecurity-weekend-2023\/26218\/","title":{"rendered":"Unlocking the AI Pandora’s box: APAC Cybersecurity Weekend 2023 Uncovered"},"content":{"rendered":"

Bali, Indonesia, was abuzz late August as our 9th<\/sup> APAC Cybersecurity Weekend (CSW) took center stage there, shedding light on the enigmatic world of AI \u2014 from its potential for crafting malware to safeguarding cybersecurity.<\/p>\n

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Kaspersky\u2019s APAC Cybersecurity Weekend 2023<\/p><\/div>\n

The theme, \u201cDeus Ex Machina: Setting Secure Directives for Smart Machines\u201d, promised to illuminate the path toward a secure digital future. Join us as we go through the highlights of the event, revealing strategies and solutions for combatting the rising tide of cyberthreats in APAC.<\/p>\n

Adrian Hia sets the stage: The Duality of AI<\/h2>\n
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Adrian Hia, Managing Director for APAC<\/p><\/div>\n

The event began with an address by our Managing Director for APAC, Adrian Hia<\/strong>, who shared valuable insights into the business achievements in the APAC region and the nuanced nature of AI\u2019s influence. He expressed optimism about AI\u2019s ability to bring about positive changes across industries and enhance lives, while also acknowledging the importance of responsible AI adoption and cybersecurity measures to mitigate potential risks. Adrian\u2019s address set the stage for an event that would explore the multifaceted impact of AI on our world.<\/p>\n

AI triggers: Suffering Distancing Syndrome<\/h2>\n
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Vitaly Kamluk, Head of APAC, Global Research & Analysis Team (GReAT)<\/p><\/div>\n

Vitaly Kamluk<\/strong>, Head of the APAC unit of Kaspersky\u2019s Global Research & Analysis Team (GReAT), warned of the dark side of AI\u2019s ascent. Cybercriminals employ AI to perpetrate malicious actions, often shifting blame onto technology and creating a psychological hazard he terms \u2018suffering distancing syndrome\u201d. As we delve into the darker corners of AI\u2019s potential, we soon come across WormGPT and FraudGPT \u2014 sinister entities that exploit the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) to craft both malware and phishing tools. The unsettling prospect of an intelligent, independent threat actor emerging from the shadows leaves us grappling with ethical dilemmas and an urgent need for proactive measures to secure our digital future.<\/p>\n

So how do we safely move forward and navigate our path in the world of AI? During his presentation, Vitaly Kamluk prescribed precautions while leveraging the benefits of AI:<\/p>\n

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