AI Protects Your PC from Cyber Threats: How It Works
amsterdam, vrijdag, 8 augustus 2025.
Artificial intelligence plays a crucial role in protecting PCs from cyber threats such as phishing, ransomware, and keyloggers. Large companies are investing millions in AI technology to respond quickly to new threats. Modern, AI-driven protection programs can detect over 97% of all attacks early, while also learning from each attack and automatically generating countermeasures. Although AI is a powerful ally, human vigilance remains critical for comprehensive protection.
AI as Defender
AI algorithms scan data traffic in real-time and detect deviations in behaviour patterns. This makes it possible to identify and neutralise phishing attacks, ransomware, and keyloggers early. Modern, AI-driven protection programs can detect over 97% of all attacks early [1]. These systems can also isolate suspicious files in quarantine zones, thereby limiting damage [1].
Learning and Adapting
One of the most powerful aspects of AI is its ability to continuously learn and evolve. After each attack, AI automatically generates new countermeasures without human intervention [1]. This means that security systems become smarter and better equipped to recognise and block new threats [1].
Proactive Security
Future security systems will not only react to attacks but also act proactively. They will simulate attacks to find and strengthen weak points in the system [1]. These ‘red teams’ consist not of people but of learning networks that perform constant tests to improve security [1].
Security Measures for AI
Despite the many benefits of AI in security, challenges also arise. Cybercriminals can use AI themselves to plan and execute attacks. For example, in July 2025, a hacker planted destructive code in Amazon’s AI coding assistant, Q, threatening to wipe users’ computers [3]. To manage these risks, companies are implementing new security measures, such as AI firewalls and filters for prompt injection attacks [3].
Privacy and Security
In addition to technical security, privacy is a crucial aspect. Recently, new legislation has been introduced to protect user privacy. For instance, Texas has added a new type of state AI law to U.S. regulations, providing additional protection against the misuse of AI technology [2].
Collaboration and Innovation
To enhance the effectiveness of AI security, collaboration between companies and governments is essential. For example, Infosys has opened a new centre for advanced AI, cybersecurity, and space technology in Hubballi, Karnataka. This centre is designed to help customers worldwide accelerate innovation and apply AI technology across various sectors [4].
Continuous Monitoring
Logging and monitoring remain essential in the AI era but require new approaches. Predictive threat intelligence, for example, has managed to block 82% of threat-related requests before they had any impact [5]. Proactive protection, combined with continuous monitoring of emerging threats, gives security teams the tools to stay one step ahead of attackers [5].
Human Vigilance
While AI is a powerful ally, human vigilance remains critical. Regular updates, caution with attachments, and reflection on digital habits are essential to complete the security picture [1]. Let AI be your first line of defence, but remain the decision-maker [1].