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Weaponized Email AI Assistants Could Help Attackers Hijack Accounts
SecurityWeek
· August 4, 2026AI summary
Researchers have shown that attackers can exploit built-in email chatbots to avoid detection and impersonate trusted employees. This exploitation can lead to the compromise of executive accounts and facilitate financial fraud. Attackers can use these chatbots to hijack accounts, posing a significant threat. The abuse of email AI assistants can have severe consequences, including financial loss.
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