AI Agents Could Be Turned Into Botnets Through Hallucinations, Researchers Warn
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Researchers are warning that AI agents could be vulnerable to hacking through hallucinations, where the AI mistakenly downloads malicious code. This exploit leverages the same flaws that cause chatbots to make errors. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into networks, the risk of AI-powered botnets could rise, posing a significant threat to cybersecurity.
Researchers warn AI agents could be tricked into downloading malicious code by exploiting the same hallucinations that cause chatbots to make mistakes.