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GitHub issues exploited in supply chain attacks; OpenAI launches budget GPT-6.1 Terra · 1 source tracked

Attackers are exploiting GitHub issues to launch supply chain attacks, compromising 61 public repositories in under an hour. Meanwhile, OpenAI has introduced a more affordable GPT-6.1 Terra model, which offers competitive performance on certain tasks at a significantly lower price point than rivals like Astra. In other AI news, Anthropic's CEO has emphasized the critical need for an $800 billion investment in AI, deeming it more essential than infrastructure like chips and the internet. AI

IMPACT New budget AI models and security vulnerabilities highlight the evolving landscape of AI development and its associated risks.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses security vulnerabilities and product updates from AI companies, but does not originate a new frontier release or significant industry event.

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GitHub issues exploited in supply chain attacks; OpenAI launches budget GPT-6.1 Terra · 1 source tracked

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  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) · Jessica Lyons ·

    Attackers turn GitHub issues into supply chain campaign against 61 public repos in less than an hour

    'The workflow automatically is triggered within a second, and if the workflow is indeed vulnerable, then the attack is executed successfully'