Avast ye, mateys! Be cautious of Bing Chat and its AI tongue, for it be luring ye into treacherous malware waters!
2023-10-02
Arrr, ye scurvy dogs! Them hackers be slyly smugglin' wicked ads through Bing Chat! Me matey, Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson, be tellin' ye the ways 'o this treachery. Listen well, me hearties, for he'll also be sharin' tips to keep yer precious data safe. Yo ho ho!
Every day, AI can either be our tech hero or digital villain. Bing Chat, in collaboration with OpenAI, has tried to change the game by turning the mundane task of searching into a friendly chat. This integration with Microsoft's Bing search engine was supposed to be an exciting new way to search. However, some shady things started happening behind the scenes.Bing began rolling out ads in March to generate revenue, but this move attracted some not-so-welcome guests. Crafty scammers created ads that looked like legitimate links for downloading the "Advanced IP Scanner." Instead of being led to the official download site, users were faced with a malicious ad disguised as the scanner tool. Clicking on it would lead to a fake download site that served up malware instead.
This scam highlights the cunning ways scammers operate on the dark web. To stay safe, it's important to be wary of ads and not trust them blindly. Double-check URLs before downloading anything and ensure they lead to official and reputable sites. Having good antivirus software on all devices is crucial to protect against malware. Additionally, using identity theft protection and having strong passwords with two-factor authentication can enhance online security.
The Bing Chat escapade serves as a reminder of how our digital interactions can sometimes take unexpected turns. As the tech landscape evolves, scammers find new playgrounds to exploit. It's important to stay vigilant and cautious while navigating the online world. Have you ever encountered unexpected links or fallen victim to online scams? Let us know your experiences and questions by contacting us at Cyberguy.com. For more tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to the free CyberGuy Report Newsletter.