Iranian Hackers Use AI to Interrupt TV Channels With Propaganda
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Hackers linked to Iran interrupted BBC and other European TV channels with fake AI news broadcasts showing graphic images of violence against Palestinians.
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This was the first time Iran used AI to generate a fake anchor delivering propaganda.
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The hack targeted streaming services rather than directly hacking the TV channels.
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Microsoft reported a surge in Iranian cyber attacks and influence operations since the Israel-Hamas conflict began.
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Iran-linked hackers have expanded targets beyond Israel to include critical infrastructure like water utilities in the U.S.