Russian-Speaking Cybercriminals Used SpaceX’s Cursor AI Tool to Hack Seven Companies

Russian-speaking cybercriminals allegedly used SpaceX’s Cursor AI coding tool during a campaign targeting seven companies. Investigators say the technology may have helped attackers automate parts of their operations, generate code, and move more quickly across targeted networks. The incidents have renewed debate over the security implications of generative AI tools and how easily they can be misused. Cybersecurity experts are examining the attacks, identifying affected systems, and urging organizations to strengthen access controls, monitoring, and employee training programs immediately worldwide.