Generative AI offers vast potential but also security risks. Learn the top 3 security concerns and discover how to mitigate them with data privacy controls, model security practices, and ethical considerations.
As Generative AI (Gen AI) becomes increasingly integrated into business processes, it brings both innovative possibilities and significant security risks. Understanding these risks and knowing how to manage them is crucial for any organisation leveraging this technology.
Here, we explore the top three security risks associated with Gen AI and provide strategies to mitigate them.
Gen AI systems often require vast amounts of data to train and function effectively. This data can include sensitive and Personally Identifiable Information (PII). If not handled correctly, there’s a risk of exposing confidential data, leading to privacy breaches and regulatory penalties.
Samsung was an early and notable victim of just such a data leak incident. The tech giant was forced to ban the use of GenAI after staff, on separate occasions, shared sensitive data, including source code and meeting notes, with ChatGPT.
Gen AI models themselves can be targets for attacks. Malicious actors might attempt to corrupt the model through adversarial attacks or manipulate its outputs, leading to incorrect or harmful decisions. Adversarial attacks on AI systems can cause models to misclassify data, which is particularly dangerous in critical applications like healthcare and finance.
The use of Gen AI can lead to ethical concerns and regulatory challenges, especially when AI decisions impact individuals’ lives. Issues such as bias in AI algorithms and lack of transparency can result in non-compliance with regulations like GDPR and CCPA.
Gen AI offers transformative potential, but it also introduces significant security risks. By prioritising data privacy, securing AI models, and ensuring ethical compliance, organisations can leverage Gen AI safely and effectively.
Metomic’s ChatGPT integration allows businesses to stay ahead of the game, shining a light on who is using the Generative AI tool, and what sensitive data they're putting into it.
For more information or a personalised demonstration, get in touch with Metomic’s data security experts.