The AI Hype and Its Shadowy Cousins

Here’s a twist that would make even the most imaginative sci-fi writer raise an eyebrow: artificial intelligence tools, particularly our charming friend ChatGPT, have become the latest playground for nefarious characters. Yes, you read that right! Bad actors, those digital villains we love to hate, are leveraging the AI frenzy to distribute malware, scams, and spam. According to a report by Meta’s security team, in just one month, they discovered approximately 10 malware families masquerading as AI tools. It’s like a villain getting a free ride thanks to a brand-new superhero movie!

Mad About Malware: The Rise of Malicious Extensions

Imagine this: you’re browsing in the official web store, and you stumble upon a slick-looking browser extension that claims to unlock a trove of ChatGPT features. Tempting, right? Well, isn’t that how all infomercials start? It turns out that these malicious extensions are just a digital way of saying, “You’ve been scammed!” Meta’s researchers have cautioned against these traps, which not only lure users in but also contain malware lurking in the digital shadows. It’s a classic case of “don’t judge a book by its cover” — or a browser extension by its claims!

The Continuum of Deception: From Cryptos to AI

Meta’s team has pointed out an important trend: bad actors are like opportunistic predators, always ready to pounce on the latest trends. Remember the crypto craze? That was a buffet for scammers! Now, they’ve shifted gears to the generative AI space, riding the wave of interest surrounding tools like ChatGPT. As they put it, “This is not unique to the generative AI space.” Trust us, if there’s a trend, there’s a scam waiting to hitch a ride!

Insights from On High: Meta’s Security Perspective

Guy Rosen, Meta’s chief security officer, made headlines by boldly declaring that