# AI-powered malware highly likely to target UK infrastructure by 2028, cyber agency warns

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- The Guardian, 2026-11-03 00:01 UTC
- Tech
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/nov/03/ai-powered-malware-artificial-intelligence-hacking-critical-uk-infrastructure

> The National Cyber Security Centre said AI-powered malware is highly likely to be used in a ransomware attack on UK critical infrastructure by 2028, potentially targeting facilities such as power stations, airports and hospitals. It also warned that Russia and China will begin using AI routinely in cyber-attacks.

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