Researchers Identify First AI-Generated NFC Malware Campaign

Cybersecurity research labs have confirmed the emergence of AI-generated NFC malware, marking a significant evolution in how malicious code is developed and deployed. According to recent findings, attackers are now leveraging generative AI tools to automatically craft malware that can spread through Near Field Communication (NFC) technology — a vector traditionally dominated by manual engineering. Researchers at ESET revealed that this AI-inspired malware can adapt its payload on the fly and evade many signature-based detection systems, prompting calls for new defensive research into behavior-based and AI-assisted security solutions. This represents a major shift in the threat landscape and highlights the need for research into automated detection techniques that can keep pace with AI-driven adversaries.

26-12-2025