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1. 18 Sep

   Cybersecurity researchers have hacked into OpenAI with the help of Anthropic’s Claude chatbot, in the latest example of security issues at the company.

   6 outlets · The Guardian

Coverage 8 articles

• 19 Sep Researchers report using Anthropic's Claude to hack OpenAI's ChatGPTHacktron AI researchers claim to have exploited vulnerabilities in OpenAI's ChatGPT using Anthropic's Claude tool. The report, covered by CBS News MoneyWatch's Megan Cerullo, highlights the security concerns surrounding large language models.CBS News
• 18 Sep Hackers breached OpenAI, adding to fever pitch of security and safety concernsCybersecurity researchers from Hacktron discovered vulnerabilities in OpenAI's systems earlier this year, allowing them to access employees’ ChatGPT accounts by exploiting a flaw in Discourse software and an employee validation process. The breach occurred within 72 hours in late July. OpenAI confirmed the incident and noted that they have since patched the vulnerabilities; they also paid Hacktron $6,500 under their…NBC News
• 18 Sep Meet Harsh Jaiswal, Mohan Pedhapati and Rahul Maini: 3 Indian-origin researchers who used Claude to breach OpenAI systems, won $6,500 bountyCybersecurity researchers Harsh Jaiswal, Mohan Pedhapati, and Rahul Maini from Hacktron AI used Anthropic's Claude AI to uncover and exploit vulnerabilities in OpenAI’s systems, gaining access to employee accounts and an internal code repository within 72 hours. They spent less than $3,000 on AI tokens and were awarded a $6,500 bounty by OpenAI for responsibly disclosing their findings. The attack began with…Times of India
• 18 Sep AI security experts say they used Claude to hack ChatGPTHacktron AI security researchers used Anthropic's Claude platform to exploit vulnerabilities in OpenAI’s ChatGPT, gaining access to an employee’s account within 72 hours and retrieving sensitive information including source code storage details. The breach was reported to OpenAI, which addressed the issue swiftly and offered a $6,500 bounty for disclosing the vulnerability. This incident highlights growing concerns…CBS News
• 18 Sep Researchers used Claude to breach OpenAI's internal systemsSecurity researchers from Hacktron used Anthropic’s language model Claude to exploit a flaw in OpenAI’s public help forum, which they reported on Friday after gaining control within about three hours using the updated Claude Opus 5 model. The vulnerability was fixed by OpenAI within 14 hours and the company paid Hacktron a $6,500 reward for their discovery. This incident highlights how rapidly evolving AI technology…Dawn
• 18 Sep Researchers used Claude to breach OpenAI’s internal systemsOn September 18, researchers from Hacktron used Anthropic’s Claude AI model to identify a security flaw in OpenAI’s public help forum and exploit it within three hours after the release of Claude Opus 5. The breach was reported immediately, and OpenAI fixed the issue within about 14 hours, paying Hacktron $6,500 as part of their bug bounty program. This incident highlights how AI tools are rapidly advancing…The Straits Times
• 18 Sep OpenAI ‘ethically hacked’ with help of Anthropic’s Claude chatbotCybersecurity researchers at Hacktron AI exploited OpenAI’s systems using Anthropic’s Claude chatbot, gaining access to ChatGPT accounts through an OpenAI staff forum. The hack, conducted under OpenAI's ethical hacking program and reported by the Wall Street Journal, resulted in a $6,500 reward for Hacktron. Researchers noted that advanced AI tools like Claude simplified what was once a complex task, reducing…The Guardian
• 18 Sep AI cybersecurity risks explode as Claude used to break into ChatGPTResearchers utilized Anthropic’s Claude technology to successfully breach OpenAI’s ChatGPT systems, highlighting the immediate cybersecurity threats posed by advanced AI tools. The incident, which was part of a bug-hunting initiative, underscores growing concerns among business leaders and former government officials about AI-facilitated cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure. According to recent research…Semafor

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