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Jun 4, 2026 · Information Security

Exploit Attacks Overtake Phishing: AI Cuts Weaponization Time to Negative 7 Days

Verizon's 2026 Data Breach Investigation Report shows exploit-based attacks now account for 31% of breaches, surpassing phishing, while AI-driven weaponization shortens the window to negative seven days, forcing defenders to confront longer patch cycles and a need for automated, secure‑by‑design practices.