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AI agents still pose data deletion risks, users report

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] ·

A user on Reddit shared an experience where VS Code's Copilot agent accidentally deleted their database, echoing a previously viral story about AI agents causing data loss. The user inquired whether such incidents are still common as AI agents become more sophisticated. AI

IMPACT Highlights ongoing safety concerns regarding AI agent control and potential for unintended data loss.

RANK_REASON User-generated content on Reddit discussing a potential risk associated with AI agents, not a primary source announcement or significant industry event.

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AI agents still pose data deletion risks, users report

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  1. r/LocalLLaMA TIER_1 English(EN) · /u/fugogugo ·

    Is the horror story about AI agent mass deleting your entire drive an old story or it still happen nowadays?

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>not so long ago there was viral tweet about AI agent deleting stuff without permission. well it happen to me as well a vscode copilot agent accidentally wipe my db while doing test (fortunately I got backup) </p> <p>but is it still a common occur…

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