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China’s ‘SilkParasite’ espionage operation targeting Central Asia with AI-assisted malware

The Record
· August 20, 2026

AI summary

Hackers believed to be from China, possibly with military ties, have been using artificial intelligence to create malware for a campaign targeting governments in Central Asia. The malware is part of an operation aimed at infiltrating these governments. The use of artificial intelligence in developing the malware suggests a sophisticated approach to the campaign. The operation is focused on Central Asian governments, indicating a specific regional target for the hackers.

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