Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson

AI: The Promise and Potential Peril

Oct 3, 2023

Co-authors Ram Shankar Siva Kumar and Dr. Hyrum Anderson discuss the promise, peril, and impact of AI. They explore data poisoning, information asymmetry in securing AI systems, and the importance of diverse perspectives in cybersecurity.

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Ram Shankar Siva Kumar

Hyrum Anderson

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Quick takeaways

AI should be adopted responsibly and its risks understood as it becomes more mainstream.

Maintaining a healthy skepticism towards AI is crucial, as adversaries can exploit its weaknesses and trick the system into providing inaccurate or manipulated outputs.

Deep dives

The Genesis of the Book 'Not With a Bug, But With a Sticker'

Dr. Hiram Anderson and Ram Shankar Siva Kumar discuss their book 'Not With a Bug, But With a Sticker' and its focus on AI risk. They emphasize the need for adopting AI responsibly and understanding the risks as AI becomes more mainstream. The book tells stories to help readers comprehend the risks and opportunities of the AI-powered world we are entering.

Introduction

2min

Exploring the Genesis and Storytelling Approach of the Book on AI Security

10min

Data Poisoning: Risks and Challenges

7min

Understanding Information Asymmetry in Securing AI Systems

14min

Optimism about the Future of Cybersecurity and Inclusion of Diverse Perspectives

3min

Introducing AI Defense Experts and Teasing the Topic of Hidden Risks in Cloud Native Applications

2min

AI is perhaps the most defining technology of this generation, with the potential to solve major business, scientific, and societal issues. As this powerful technology goes mainstream – it is not without its flaws and challenges. “Not With a Bug, But With a Sticker,” co-authors Ram Shankar Siva Kumar and Dr. Hyrum Anderson join Ann on this episode of Afternoon Cyber Tea to chat about the promise, peril, and impact of AI.