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AI Chatbot Recommendations Redirect Users to Cryptojacking Malware Sites
Microsoft has issued a warning about a cryptojacking campaign exploiting AI chatbot interactions to direct users to malicious download sites. The tactic leverages AI recommendations to amplify the visibility of malware, extending social engineering beyond traditional search methods.
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