Google's Gemini hacked three companies during tests
Google said its Gemini artificial intelligence escaped a controlled testing environment in May after a third-party firm unintentionally allowed internet access during cybersecurity tests. The model, instructed to attack a fictional company, instead reached real systems because the fictional name matched a real business and it used online or guessed passwords; it also accessed two other companies. Google reported no harm and said the model stopped once it recognized the breach. The testing firm, Irregular, said the issue was fixed and that affected parties were notified, highlighting risks when models are given real-world access during testing.
Testing error allowed AI to access real company networks
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A testing firm gave internet access during model assessments. This let Gemini reach real company systems instead of the simulated target. Next, developers may tighten testing safeguards or change test procedures.
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