Rise of AI-Driven Attacks and NFC Threats in Cybersecurity

ESET Research reports a significant increase in AI-powered malware and NFC threats in late 2025. The MuddyWater group, aligned with Iran, has been targeting critical infrastructure in Israel and Egypt, while the China-aligned PlushDaemon group has employed a new network implant called EdgeStepper for adversary-in-the-middle attacks. These developments highlight a growing trend in sophisticated cyber threats.