In January 2021, software security researchers discovered a serious problem concerning the use of AI-based technology. After testing the open source chatbot software ChatGPT, researchers found that it had been fooled into generating old Windows product keys. These product keys are typically used to activate software licenses and as such, have a monetary value. The… Continue reading ChatGPT being fooled into generating old Windows keys illustrates a broader problem with AI
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Porn Hijacks Federal Reserve Zoom Conference
The United States Federal Reserve experienced a shocking intrusion in April 2021 when a pornographer hijacked an official Zoom conference. In the middle of a virtual meeting, which was taking place to discuss economic policy, obscene images and videos appeared on the screen. The intruder, who was using a false name, began to direct viewers… Continue reading Porn Hijacks Federal Reserve Zoom Conference
War Thunder players have leaked restricted military documents… again
The popular combat flight simulator game “War Thunder” is back in the news, but this time it’s not for its realistic graphics or engaging virtual battles. Players of the game have allegedly leaked a huge trove of restricted military documents, which is the second time this has happened in the past few months. The incident… Continue reading War Thunder players have leaked restricted military documents… again
Twitter’s data leak response is a lesson in how not to do cybersecurity
Twitter recently announced that it had inadvertently “unintentionally” leaked sensitive data, specifically the phone numbers and usernames of some of its most influential users, in an incident that could have far-reaching consequences. The incident, which was first noticed by the cybersecurity firm HaveIBeenPwned, prompted an investigation from Twitter and a promise to “take steps to… Continue reading Twitter’s data leak response is a lesson in how not to do cybersecurity
Saudi Arabian Espionage Operation Reportedly Forced Wikimedia to Ban Saudi-Based Team of Administrators
In late April 2021, reports of Saudi Arabian espionage operations sparked international outrage after it was revealed that Wikimedia Foundation, the organization behind Wikipedia, was forced to ban a team of Saudi-based administrators. The administrators reportedly had their credentials revoked after Saudi intelligence agencies allegedly infiltrated the Wikipedia platform and began to manipulate content. The… Continue reading Saudi Arabian Espionage Operation Reportedly Forced Wikimedia to Ban Saudi-Based Team of Administrators