Benzinga(@Benzinga):Researchers say suspected China-linked hackers used autonomous AI agents to target Taiwan government systems, compromising at least 85 accounts and stealing 2,500+ personnel records. The attack shows how AI agents can scan, adapt and change tactics when blocked.

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2026.08.13 00:17

Researchers say suspected China-linked hackers used autonomous AI agents to target Taiwan government systems, compromising at least 85 accounts and stealing 2,500+ personnel records. The attack shows how AI agents can scan, adapt and change tactics when blocked.