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The implications extend far beyond crypto. Vulnerabilities in OpenSSL, a fundamental cryptographic library, have been uncovered—revealing 12 zero-day flaws some dating back to the 1990s. These flaws threaten global payment networks, banking systems, and critical infrastructure, including the SWIFT messaging network.

The potential fallout prompted emergency meetings involving the U.S. Treasury and Federal Reserve, warning of systemic risks that AI-fueled cyberattacks could trigger. Industry leaders openly recognize that AI capabilities could crack entire cyber defense architectures, posing a threat that traditional patching and security measures cannot fully mitigate.

The Asymmetry of Defense and Attack