Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • January 31, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Recent security research has highlighted significant vulnerabilities within the large language models (LLMs) produced by DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence firm. Notably, these weaknesses were uncovered in their prominent R1 reasoning…
Cybersecurity Risks Highlighted by Recent Vulnerabilities in AI Models Recent discussions in the cybersecurity community have shed light on the persistent vulnerabilities in artificial intelligence systems, particularly concerning so-called "jailbreaks." Alex Polyakov, CEO of Adversa AI, shared insights with WIRED, explaining that the difficulty of entirely eliminating these exploits is…
DeepSeek, a prominent Chinese artificial intelligence firm, has gained recognition for its advanced AI models that compete with systems developed by OpenAI. However, this rise to prominence has been marred by a significant security breach. Researchers from Wiz have revealed that a database associated with DeepSeek was improperly configured, allowing…
A recent discovery by a cloud security firm has unveiled a significant vulnerability involving DeepSeek, a prominent Chinese company making waves in the artificial intelligence sector. Within just minutes of investigating DeepSeek’s security framework, the firm, Wiz, identified a publicly accessible and fully controllable database left unsecured. The compromised database…
This week, ISMG has compiled various significant cybersecurity incidents and breaches from around the globe. Notable events include the exposure of sensitive data by Chinese AI firm DeepSeek, exploitation of unpatched vulnerabilities in Zyxel devices by hackers, intrusions involving infostealer malware targeting Mexican government systems, a cyberattack against the Smiths…
A recent security oversight in the rapidly evolving AI landscape has raised alarms among cybersecurity experts. Independent researcher Jeremiah Fowler, who focuses on identifying exposed databases, commented on the alarming ease with which sensitive operational data was accessible through insufficient security measures. He noted that the open database represents a…
Satya Nadella Highlights DeepSeek-R1 Model: Transforming AI Efficiency and Cost-Effectiveness Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has underscored the transformative potential of AI, particularly through innovations like the DeepSeek-R1 model, which he asserts will significantly enhance efficiency, lower inference costs, and promote widespread AI adoption across various sectors. This announcement came during…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Privacy Concerns Arise from Data Storage Practices in China Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • January 29, 2025 Residents of a Tuscan village can no longer access DeepSeek from Apple’s or Google’s app stores. (Image: Shutterstock) In…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development, Standards, Regulations & Compliance China’s DeepSeek AI Model Ignites Policy Discourse in the U.S. Amid Rising Industry Anxiety Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • January 28, 2025 DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has caught U.S. competitors off-guard. (Image: Shutterstock) A range of…
