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Hermes AI agent used to automate attack on Thai Finance Ministry
July 24, 2026
Back to all postsIn a significant cybersecurity incident, an advanced AI agent named 'Hermes' was employed in an automated attack on Thailand's Finance Ministry. The attack involved phishing emails with malicious attachments that, when opened, installed the Hermes ransomware. This event underscores the growing threat of artificial intelligence being used to enhance cyberattacks, a trend that could potentially impact Canadian businesses as well. To mitigate risks, SMB owners and IT managers should reinforce email security measures, invest in robust cybersecurity solutions, and provide regular training to employees on recognizing and handling suspicious emails.
Source: BleepingComputer
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