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Chinese Hackers Deploy ARTEX AI Framework in Automated Attacks

According to a report by BleepingComputer, Chinese state-aligned hackers have been using ARTEX, an open-source multi-agent AI penetration-testing framework, to conduct automated attacks against more than 200 organizations across 14 countries. The campaign, reported in November 2026, leverages the AI framework to automate penetration testing and exploit vulnerabilities in target environments. Specific exploitation methods and targeted sectors are not detailed in the available summary. The use of open-source AI frameworks in cyber operations is identified as a growing trend in threat intelligence.