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Kazakhstan-linked hackers used AI agent to spy on Central Asian governments
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Summary
- Suspected Kazakhstan-linked hackers used an artificial intelligence agent to help spy on Central Asian governments, steal sensitive documents and infiltrate critical infrastructure networks.
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Last change 2h ago · Next recheck 13 Nov 2026, 13:11 UK time
- Story12 Nov 2026, 13:11 UK time · 2h ago
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Kazakhstan-linked hackers used AI agent to spy on Central Asian governments
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Kazakhstan-linked hackers used AI agent to spy on Central Asian governments
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Suspected Kazakhstan-linked hackers used an artificial intelligence agent to help spy on Central Asian governments, steal sensitive documents and infiltrate critical infrastructure networks, according to new research.