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AI autonomous hacking targeted 1,200+ sites, breaching 100+ company websites
The Cryptonomist·October 19, 2026·1 min read
A Chinese-speaking hacker used autonomous AI hacking agents to breach websites of more than 100 companies in a campaign starting September 25, 2026, according to NorForge researcher Snorre Fagerland. The hacker delegated almost all work to software, with successful intrusions typically taking about 23 hours and costing an estimated $50.
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