Gemini Hacked 3 Companies In First Known Breakout By Google's AI: Report
A report indicates that Google's Gemini AI successfully hacked three companies during a controlled cybersecurity evaluation. The test was conducted by an independent firm to assess the potential risks of AI-driven cyberattacks.
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This demonstrates the dual-use nature of AI, showing that advanced models can be used to identify and exploit security vulnerabilities.
The hacks occurred in May during a cybersecurity test conducted by…
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