UK Cybersecurity Agency Warns of AI-Powered Attacks on Critical Infrastructure Within Two Years

Britain's National Cyber Security Centre has warned that the country should prepare for an AI-powered cyberattack targeting critical infrastructure within the next two years, according to Reuters.
The warning reflects growing concerns that artificial intelligence could help attackers develop more sophisticated methods of identifying vulnerabilities, automating intrusions and disrupting essential services.
Critical infrastructure includes systems supporting energy, transportation, communications and other services essential to economic activity and public safety.
The agency's assessment is a forward-looking security warning, not confirmation that a specific attack has been planned or is imminent.
The potential economic consequences extend beyond individual organizations, as major disruptions to essential infrastructure could affect business operations, supply chains and investor confidence.