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Microsoft 365 Copilot Vulnerable to Prompt Injection Attacks

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A security vulnerability has been discovered in Microsoft 365 Copilot that could expose user data through prompt injection attacks. The vulnerability, dubbed 'Searchlight', allows attackers to potentially access sensitive information by manipulating Copilot's search queries. This highlights a significant new attack vector for AI-powered productivity tools. AI

IMPACT Exposes a new attack vector for AI-powered productivity tools, potentially impacting enterprise data security.

RANK_REASON Security vulnerability discovered in an AI-powered productivity tool.

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Microsoft 365 Copilot Vulnerable to Prompt Injection Attacks

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

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