#Misinformation

On Election Day, Disinformation Worries Security Pros the Most

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November 5, 2024 at 08:02AM As the 2024 US presidential election concludes, cybersecurity experts express concern over disinformation, particularly deepfakes and misinformation (41%). Federal agencies debunked inflammatory videos allegedly showing election tampering as Russian disinformation. Experts warn that misinformation campaigns will continue post-election, aiming to undermine trust in election results. ### Meeting Takeaways 1. **Top … Read more

ConfusedPilot Attack Can Manipulate RAG-Based AI Systems

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October 14, 2024 at 12:56PM Researchers from the University of Texas discovered the “ConfusedPilot” attack, which targets retrieval augmented generation (RAG)-based AI systems by introducing malicious documents. This manipulation can confuse AI responses, leading to misinformation. Current mitigation strategies include strict data access controls, integrity audits, and data segmentation to protect organizational information. **Meeting Takeaways: … Read more

OpenAI Blocks 20 Global Malicious Campaigns Using AI for Cybercrime and Disinformation

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October 10, 2024 at 09:33AM OpenAI reported disrupting over 20 malicious operations this year, targeting deceptive use of its platform, including malware and social media manipulation. Notably, cyber operations involved groups from China and Iran attempting to exploit AI for harmful activities, while emphasizing that significant breakthroughs in malware development were not evident. ### Meeting … Read more

US Targets Russian Election Influence Operation With Charges, Sanctions, Domain Seizures

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September 5, 2024 at 05:36AM The US government disclosed disrupting a significant Russian influence campaign dubbed Doppelganger, violating laws and targeting the 2024 US presidential election. It aimed to boost Donald Trump, sow division within the US, reduce support for Ukraine, and promote pro-Russian interests. Charges were filed against two Russian nationals, and sanctions imposed … Read more

US warns of Iranian hackers escalating influence operations

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August 20, 2024 at 08:01AM The U.S. government warns of Iran’s increased cyber operations targeting Presidential campaigns, seeking to influence the American public and access sensitive election-related information. Iran aims to sow doubts about U.S. democratic institutions and has engaged in aggressive cyber activities and misinformation spreading. Authorities encourage reporting suspicious activity and assure the … Read more

OpenAI, Meta, TikTok Disrupt Multiple AI-Powered Disinformation Campaigns

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May 31, 2024 at 04:21AM OpenAI revealed five covert influence operations from China, Iran, Israel, and Russia, utilizing AI to manipulate public discourse. These operations involved generating and posting comments, articles, and social media content across various platforms to influence audiences in different regions. Meta also disclosed details of additional influence operations targeting users in … Read more

Deepfakes and AI-Driven Disinformation Threaten Polls

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May 2, 2024 at 07:11AM The rise of Deepfakes and AI-driven disinformation poses a significant threat to elections, with the upcoming US presidential election at risk. The ease of access to AI technology allows for the spread of misinformation, making it challenging for citizens to discern real news. Vigilance and critical thinking are crucial in … Read more

AI-Powered Misinformation is the World’s Biggest Short-Term Threat, Davos Report Says

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January 11, 2024 at 09:43AM The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report identified artificially powered misinformation as the top immediate risk to the global economy, with environmental risks posing long-term threats. The report emphasized the potential impact of AI on polarizing societies and eroding democracy, and highlighted the risks associated with deepfake technology and AI-powered … Read more