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Hijacked AI models could target individuals using network data, warns user

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A user on Mastodon raised concerns about the potential for AI models to be hijacked and used for malicious purposes. They suggested that by analyzing collected network interactions, one could identify a "training signature" of an individual, which could then be used to target them with manipulated AI models. The user implied that current methods for such targeting might not be sufficiently obfuscated. AI

RANK_REASON User-generated content on a social media platform discussing potential AI misuse without primary source reporting or expert analysis.

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Hijacked AI models could target individuals using network data, warns user

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

    1/2 You May FindThis Upsetting, Not My Fault Dept : Can you in your own work be targeted with a hijacked # AI model designed for unhealthy purposes ? Well duh.

    1/2 You May FindThis Upsetting, Not My Fault Dept : Can you in your own work be targeted with a hijacked # AI model designed for unhealthy purposes ? Well duh. If you know what is collected generally in all the various network interactions that you have had over interval x then y…

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