Free Chinese AI Models Are Nearly as Good at Hacking
A test where AI models tried to break into simulated computer networks found free Chinese models DeepSeek and GLM performing close to OpenAI's most advanced cyber model, which is not released to the public. The results raise concerns about how easily such skills could spread.
Quick glossaryDeepSeek, simulated networks, cyber model
- DeepSeek
- A Chinese AI company known for building powerful AI models that anyone can download and use for free.
- simulated networks
- Fake copies of computer networks that are built so that AI can be tested safely without touching real systems.
- cyber model
- An AI system built mainly for security work, such as finding and exploiting weaknesses in computer software.
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