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Phys.org — Technology · October 14, 2026 · On the brief until October 28, 2026

Why AI makes computer worms harder to stop

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Tailoring malware attacks to device-specific vulnerabilities

Researchers built a prototype AI worm that adapts its attack strategy to device-specific flaws and misconfigurations. Defenders can no longer stop self-spreading malware simply by patching a single fixed vulnerability across a network.

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Academic researchers need mandatory incident reporting to design countermeasures, while companies often choose what security data to disclose.

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