AI just can’t get enough: Disinformation, AI, and Democracy

Last weekend, the Munich Security Conference took place, marked primarily by statements from the US Vice President. However, an important aspect of security is also cybersecurity. A particularly engaging panel discussion focused on disinformation through artificial intelligence, with notable participants including Claudia Plattner, President of the BSI (Federal Office for Information Security).

An exciting and insightful discussion that you can watch here here .

 

 

Threat from AI and the Importance of BCMS

What became clear during the discussion at the Munich Security Conference is that the threat of cyberattacks using artificial intelligence is high and will continue to rise. Claudia Plattner, President of the BSI, emphasized that AI is already playing a key role not only in optimizing business processes but also in geopolitical conflicts, such as through the use of drone technology and disinformation campaigns.

Given this threat landscape, the importance of a strong Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) becomes evident. With a modern BCMS-Tool , companies can ensure that they remain operational even in the event of an AI-driven attack. It is essential that both the economic sector and political frameworks continue to evolve in response to this threat. The BSI is taking a step in the right direction with the introduction of Grundschutz++.

 

Is Grundschutz++ prepared for the threat posed by AI?

This question can only be answered relatively, as protection largely depends on the measures taken by a company. However, what is clear is that BSI Grundschutz++ is significantly more flexible and agile, which is a decisive advantage against a dynamic threat landscape like that posed by AI. An essential aspect of the new Grundschutz is the BSI’s plan to provide daily updates on new vulnerabilities and threats. This enables agile requirement engineering, allowing security measures to be continuously adapted to the ever-changing threat environment.

With machine readability and automation in Grundschutz++, companies can respond more quickly to new risks and continuously improve their security processes. Thus, Grundschutz++ provides an essential foundation for effectively addressing the challenges posed by AI-driven cyberattacks.