$200 USB cable transforms into autonomous AI hacker
Researchers from Palisade Research created a new cybersecurity threat. A modified USB cable that becomes a conduit for autonomous AI into computer systems. The $200 device contains a programmable microchip that loads a digital agent directly onto the target machine.
The operating principle impresses with its efficiency. You plug in the cable, and it automatically launches AI infiltration. Which analyzes the system and sends collected information to a remote server with large language model like GPT-4. Also receives instructions and autonomously executes hacking actions.
The agent can browse files, study network connections, steal passwords and personal data, while spreading through all available channels. It’s terrifying that one such operation costs less than $1. Project development required only one person-week.
The fundamental difference from traditional cyber attack methods lies in combining automated script speed with human hacker adaptability. Which potentially opens an era of democratized hacking accessible to practically everyone.
I don’t understand why they even made this! This is a real demon from a USB cable.
Autor: AIvengo
For 5 years I have been working with machine learning and artificial intelligence. And this field never ceases to amaze, inspire and interest me.
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