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'False Memories' Enable Long-Term Data Leaks via AI Chatbot

Dwain.B

25 Sept 2024

Researchers have uncovered a method for hackers to plant "false memories" in ChatGPT

Researchers have uncovered a method for hackers to plant "false memories" in ChatGPT, allowing them to extract sensitive data persistently. This vulnerability involves embedding malicious prompts that remain in the AI's memory, creating a continuous exfiltration channel even after the conversation ends. The exploit poses a serious security risk, highlighting the need for tighter controls on AI memory retention and user input validation.


Read more about this threat from the orginal article by Ars Technica here.

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