Hackers used Claude-supported AI frameworks to attack Indonesian government and academic institutions

The attacker's handle is Mr Spongebob. The victims are ministries.

Hackers, including one known as 'Mr Spongebob', used AI frameworks supported by Claude to attack Indonesian government and academic institutions, conducting reconnaissance, exploiting vulnerabilities, and selling the AI tools to others. Kaspersky reports AI is accelerating malware development and cybercrime, causing significant harm in Indonesia.

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