Cyber Security Threat Summary:
The growing use of digital technology makes cybersecurity more important than ever. Ethical hackers, who identify and prevent cyber threats, are increasingly using AI tools like ChatGPT. A report by Bugcrowd reveals that many hackers believe AI will change how they work in the coming years. While AI can't replace human creativity in security, it helps in tasks like data analysis and vulnerability detection.

Security Officer Comments:
According to the report, demographically, most ethical hackers are young and male, and many have college degrees. Many are part-time hackers, driven by factors other than money. The COVID-19 pandemic has increased cybersecurity concerns, with most hackers believing there are more vulnerabilities now. Despite this, ethical hacking remains a valuable tool for countering cyber threats.

Suggested Correction(s):
In the digital age, good cybersecurity is crucial, and ethical hackers, with the help of AI, play a crucial role in keeping data safe.

For a deep dive into BugCrowds findings, the report in it’s entirety is available here:

https://view.highspot.com/viewer/64ae97a60d1effa335abe0f3

Link(s):
https://medium.com/coinmonks/ethical-hackers-enhance-cybersecurity-with-generative-ai-01d299434385