Evolving Cybersecurity Challenges in the Age of AI-Powered Chatbots: A Comprehensive Review

In today’s world of super-digitization and dynamic transformation, the Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based chatbot is a revolutionary stride in technology. This innovative chatbot type is characterized by unmatched technological advancement across the globe in terms of efficiency and interactivity within several fields. Moving from simple automated scripts to sophisticated natural language processing systems like Chat GPT stands as a remarkable leap in conversational technology. However, this development conveys distinct computer security threats, as AI upholds a dual role in strengthening and weakening digital security. This study explores the conceivable risks that come with AI-Chatbots, as well as the appropriate mitigation strategies. This paper outlines the current risks, threats, and consequences posed by these digital assistants, and discusses useful strategies and methods to mitigate these risks and protect personal data and sensitive information. Combining current research and perspectives, to provide a balanced view of the challenges and opportunities that AI-Chatbots present in the cybersecurity domain. Establishing a guide to the development of my PhD proposal, an Intelligent Chatbot that combines the most advanced LLMs with its databases, in a safe, functional, and user-friendly user interface.