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New Copilot worm spreads via Microsoft Word documents

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A new worm, dubbed "Copilot," has been identified that can spread through Microsoft Word documents. This malicious code exploits vulnerabilities to propagate, posing a risk to users who open infected files. AI

IMPACT This worm highlights potential security risks associated with AI-powered features in productivity software.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses a specific piece of malware targeting a widely used software product.

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New Copilot worm spreads via Microsoft Word documents

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

    Copilot worm can spread through Microsoft Word docs https://www. csoonline.com/article/4203630/ copilot-worm-can-spread-through-microsoft-word-docs.html > Altho

    Copilot worm can spread through Microsoft Word docs https://www. csoonline.com/article/4203630/ copilot-worm-can-spread-through-microsoft-word-docs.html > Although there are a few ways to mitigate the risk, the only way to block it is to get AI to differentiate instructions from …

    LINKS csoonline.com/…/copilot-worm-can-spread-t… csoonline.com/…/4203630

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