ISLAMABAD, November 12, 2026: Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has warned consumers against sharing sensitive personal information with artificial intelligence (AI) platforms as a growing number of users turn to chatbots and other AI tools for everyday advice.
A recent Kaspersky survey across the Middle East, Türkiye and Africa (META) region found that 79% of respondents use AI services, including chatbots and image and video generation tools.
According to the survey, 74% use AI to search for and summarise information, while 50% rely on it for writing, 42% for generating images, 41% for editing personal photographs and 32% for creating videos.
AI is also becoming a source of personal guidance. The findings showed that 37% of respondents use AI for health-related questions, 29% for planning leisure activities and 23% for preparing meal plans. Another 41% seek advice on other personal matters.
Kaspersky warned that sharing personal details with AI platforms could expose users to privacy and cybersecurity risks, depending on how their information is collected, processed and protected.
The survey also highlighted concerns about accuracy. Nearly one in ten respondents reported encountering incorrect AI-generated information, while 24% acknowledged that AI systems can produce inaccurate responses.
Seifallah Jedidi, Head of Consumer Channel for the Middle East, Türkiye and Africa at Kaspersky, said users should understand the limitations of AI services and exercise caution when sharing personal data.
He warned that cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting interest in AI by creating fake platforms and malicious tools designed to distribute malware or steal information.
Kaspersky advised users to avoid entering confidential information into AI services, review privacy policies and verify AI-generated responses through reliable sources, particularly when seeking medical, financial, educational or legal guidance.
The company also urged consumers to remain alert to phishing websites and fraudulent AI applications impersonating legitimate services.
