Russia deploys AI in cyberattacks on Ukraine, Europe; targets WhatsApp, ministries

Anthropic reports Russia is using AI to enhance cyberattacks against Ukraine and Europe, specifically targeting WhatsApp accounts and government ministries, with a focus on Ukrainian military drone technology providers and supply chains. The report highlights a new pattern of AI-enabled social engineering and phishing, though attribution and operational details remain partially unverified. This signals an escalation in AI-driven state-sponsored cyber operations, raising concerns for allied defense and critical infrastructure.