OpenAI Confirms ChatGPT Abuse: Strengthening Safeguards for Responsible Use

OpenAI has confirmed instances of ChatGPT abuse, where the AI tool was misused for harmful purposes such as spreading misinformation or engaging in unethical activities. In response, OpenAI is reinforcing its safeguards, including stricter content filters, enhanced monitoring, and user guidelines to ensure the responsible use of AI. These measures aim to maintain the integrity of ChatGPT while minimizing risks associated with misuse.

OpenAI confirms that threat actors use ChatGPT to create malware.

OpenAI confirms that threat actors use ChatGPT to create malware.

Ravi Jain
OpenAI has acknowledged that its language model, ChatGPT, has been exploited by malicious actors to create and debug malware, evade detection, and launch spear-phishing attacks. The company has identified several cyber threat groups, including SweetSpecter (China) and CyberAv3ngers (Iran), using ChatGPT for malicious purposes. These threat groups have leveraged ChatGPT to conduct reconnaissance, develop malware, and engage in social engineering campaigns. OpenAI's report highlights the growing risk of AI-powered cyberattacks and the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures to combat these threats. ... Read More