Former 8200 Officer Warns of AI Hacking

Julia Kogan Ehrlich, a former IDF Unit 8200 intelligence officer, told The Jerusalem Post on Feb. 19, 2026 that AI-augmented hackers increasingly threaten critical infrastructure and that quantum computing poses future risks. She warned open-source code widens attack surfaces but expressed optimism that Israeli cyber talent and startups will develop evolving, AI-driven defenses. Her remarks underscore need for adaptive cybersecurity strategies and quantum preparedness.