OpenAI Uncovers Misuse of ChatGPT by Chinese Groups for Political Manipulation
In a startling revelation, OpenAI, the renowned artificial intelligence developer, has identified several groups linked to China that are misusing ChatGPT for covert operations. These activities range from political influence to aiding cyberattacks, raising concerns about the evolving tactics and targets of these organizations. While the scale of these operations remains relatively small, their strategies are rapidly changing and expanding.
OpenAI has highlighted specific instances where ChatGPT accounts were employed to disseminate false facts regarding political matters in china and international issues. Such as, negative propaganda surrounding a Taiwan-based video game, false accusations against a Pakistani human rights activist, and misleading content about the cessation of USAID have all been reported. In another alarming case, China-linked cyber attackers utilized AI for tasks such as gathering open-source information, altering code, configuring systems, and even creating tools for password cracking and social media management. Furthermore, a Chinese influence group has been generating posts on divisive political issues in the U.S.,employing AI-generated text and profile images to bolster their narratives. OpenAI regularly shares insights on misuse of its platform, which includes activities like malware creation and the spread of misinformation on social media.
