Crypto HeadlinesAI Agent Artex Used to Hack South Korean Banks
The Chinese AI agent Artex was used to attack financial institutions in South Korea. As a result of the incident, data of approximately 68,000 people were compromised.
Autonomous Vulnerability Search
The key feature of the tool is its ability to autonomously detect security breaches and build an attack chain with minimal human involvement. This allows hackers to act faster and more effectively than traditional hacking methods.
Technical Details of Application
Artex is not a standalone language model. Various AI tools, including GPT, Claude, and DeepSeek, can be connected to the platform. The exact model used by the attackers has not yet been identified.
- At least 7 attacked financial organizations have been identified
- Personal data of about 68,000 people were stolen
- Information on client incomes and credit limits leaked
The Wall Street Journal calls the incident one of the first large-scale cases of using artificial intelligence to hack the banking sector. The identities of the attack organizers remain unknown.
