Harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) for cybersecurity: Challenges, opportunities, risks, future directions

Zarif Bin Akhtar; Ahmed Tajbiul   Rawol

doi:10.59400/cai.v2i2.1485

Harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) for cybersecurity: Challenges, opportunities, risks, future directions

Zarif Bin Akhtar Department of Computing, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Piscataway, NJ 08854, USA
Ahmed Tajbiul Rawol Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Science and Technology, American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB), Dhaka 1229, Bangladesh

Article ID: 1485

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.59400/cai.v2i2.1485

Keywords: artificial intelligence (AI); cybersecurity; data informatics; cybersecurity; deep learning (DL); machine learning (ML); security informatics; security vulnerabilities; privacy

Abstract

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into cybersecurity has brought about transformative advancements in threat detection and mitigation, yet it also introduces new vulnerabilities and potential threats. This research exploration systematically investigates the critical issues surrounding AI within cybersecurity, focusing on specific vulnerabilities and the potential for AI systems to be exploited by malicious actors. The research aims to address these challenges by swotting and analyzing existing methodologies designed to mitigate such risks. Through a detailed exploration of modern scientific research, this manuscript identifies the dual-edged impact of AI on cybersecurity, emphasizing both the opportunities and the dangers. The findings highlight the need for strategic solutions that not only enhance digital security and user privacy but also address the ethical and regulatory aspects of AI in cybersecurity. Key contributions include a comprehensive analysis of emerging trends, challenges, and the development of AI-driven cybersecurity frameworks. The research also provides actionable recommendations for the future development of robust, reliable, and secure AI-based systems, bridging current knowledge gaps and offering valuable insights for academia and industry alike.

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Akhtar, Z. B., & Rawol, A. T. (2024). Harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) for cybersecurity: Challenges, opportunities, risks, future directions. Computing and Artificial Intelligence, 2(2), 1485. https://doi.org/10.59400/cai.v2i2.1485

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