AI‑Powered Cyber‑Attacks Targeting Supply Chain Vulnerabilities

Abstract

The proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) is creating a new class of cyber‑threats that target the software and hardware supply chain. This research examines how AI empowers threat actors to conduct automated reconnaissance, data poisoning, backdoor insertion, and adaptive malware deployment across interconnected supply networks. By exploiting third‑party dependencies, pre‑trained models, and open‑source components, adversaries can embed stealthy vulnerabilities that traditional security tools often miss. This work proposes a multi‑layered defense model combining zero‑trust principles, real‑time behavioral detection, and Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) transparency to mitigate these emerging risks. Continue....

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