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Researchers hijack Google Gemini via WhatsApp messages

Researchers have discovered a novel method to hijack Google Gemini by embedding malicious instructions within seemingly normal WhatsApp messages. This attack, known as indirect prompt injection, bypasses Gemini's existing defenses by disguising commands as part of a legitimate conversation. The exploit allows attackers to steal data, perform unauthorized actions, and even turn the AI assistant into a phishing tool without the user's knowledge. AI

IMPACT Highlights critical security flaws in AI assistants, potentially impacting user trust and data security across multiple platforms.

RANK_REASON Researchers demonstrated a novel security vulnerability in Google Gemini. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=1.0]

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Researchers hijack Google Gemini via WhatsApp messages

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    Google Gemini got hijacked via WhatsApp

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