AI Accelerates Cloud-Based Cyberattacks

Cybercriminals are using artificial intelligence to attack cloud systems faster than ever. A new Google Cloud security report says the time between a vulnerability being revealed and attackers exploiting it has dropped from weeks to just a few days. 
Most attackers are no longer targeting major cloud platforms directly. Services like Google Cloud, AWS, and Azure are heavily secured. 
 
Instead, hackers are focusing on weak points in third-party software used by businesses.
 
One example involved a vulnerability in React Server Components. 
 
Attackers began exploiting it within 48 hours of its public disclosure, showing how quickly threats now move.
 
Another case targeted the XWiki platform. 
 
Although a patch existed, many organizations failed to update their systems, allowing attackers to run malicious code months later.
 
The report also highlights identity-based attacks. 
 
These include phishing emails, voice scams, stolen credentials, and compromised partner relationships.
 
Insider threats are growing as well. 
 
Employees and contractors are increasingly leaking sensitive data through services like cloud storage platforms.
Experts say companies must respond faster. 
 
Automatic updates, strong identity controls, network monitoring, and clear incident response plans are now essential defenses.