# Hackers are harnessing AI to exploit security flaws faster than ever

> IBM X-Force 2026 report claims 44% rise in attacks on public-facing apps Vulnerability exploitation drove 40% of incidents, while ransomware operators up nearly 50% GenAI lowers barrier for low-skilled actors, speeding…

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/hackers-are-harnessing-ai-to-exploit-security-flaws-faster-than-ever?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69a1113138cda064454dae6f)
- **Published:** 2026-02-27
- **Category:** AI & Bots
- **Tags:** #attacks #faster #hackers #security #apps #cyber #ever #exploit
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