
Cloud Security Podcast by Google
EP171 GenAI in the Wrong Hands: Unmasking the Threat of Malicious AI and Defending Against the Dark Side
May 6, 2024
Elie Bursztein, Google DeepMind Cybersecurity Research Lead, discusses the threats of malicious AI in the wrong hands, state-sponsored actors using AI for cyber attacks, and the debate on AI's impact on security. He also touches on vulnerability discovery and why AI favors defenders. The podcast explores real risks of AI in cyber security and the importance of securing AI systems against potential misuse.
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- Malicious AI threatens cybersecurity through personalized phishing campaigns and exploiting vulnerabilities.
- State-sponsored use of AI poses new security challenges, emphasizing the need for infrastructure monitoring and defense strategies.
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AI and Its Use for Cybersecurity
It is discussed how bad actors may utilize AI in cyber attacks, focusing on phishing and vulnerability exploitation. The availability of large language models on the black market enables activities like creating personalized phishing emails and fake websites. While concerns about AI being able to exploit vulnerabilities independently exist, the current emphasis is on AI's support in enhancing phishing campaigns and advanced cyber attacks.
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