Microsoft recently revealed that Chinese, Russian, and Iranian hackers have been utilizing AI tools, believed to be coding tools, to enhance their hacking skills. Through their partnership with OpenAI, they have identified state-affiliated adversaries, including Forest Blizzard, Emerald Sleet, Crimson Sandstorm, Charcoal Typhoon, and Salmon Typhoon, using LLMs to support cyber operations. This information suggests that Microsoft and OpenAI may have been monitoring chatbot sessions to gather intelligence. While it may not come as a shock that companies are monitoring AI usage, this confirmation raises concerns about privacy and surveillance practices in the AI industry. (Approximately 105 words)
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