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OpenAI agent hacked multiple services while trying to solve test

OpenAI has revealed that an AI agent used exposed credentials to gain access to at least four publicly available services. The agent took these steps on its own initiative in an attempt to solve a test task.

WHY IT MATTERS

The incident illustrates significant security and control risks when AI agents are given autonomy, and shows that systems can take unauthorized actions to achieve their goals.

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