Do you need help with AI & Automation or Cybersecurity?
Business leaders, listen up! There’s something big happening with artificial intelligence that you need to get a handle on, and fast. Two new AI web browsers have just been released: Atlas from ChatGPT and Comet from Perplexity. If your team starts using these right now, your organisation could be in for some serious trouble because there aren’t really any security controls in place yet.
The Prompt Injection Problem
I strongly advise against letting your staff install these browsers for the time being. Why? Because it’s going to be super easy for people to do something called prompt injection. If you’re not familiar with it, here’s the gist: malicious code can be hidden in a webpage URL or in data shared with the AI. This code tricks the AI into doing things it shouldn’t, ignoring its original instructions. Think of it like a sneaky backdoor.
Key Takeaways
- New AI Browsers Pose Security Risks: ChatGPT’s Atlas and Perplexity’s Comet are not yet secure for business use.
- Vulnerable to Prompt Injection: These tools can be tricked into unsafe actions via malicious code in websites or shared data.
- Lack of Security Controls: Current security measures are insufficient to protect against these threats.
- Avoid Installation: Do not allow staff to install or use these browsers at work until better security is available.
- Productivity vs. Risk: The potential short-term productivity gains do not outweigh the significant security dangers.
Why You Should Wait
These browsers might seem like a good idea because they could speed up work, but they’re just not ready for business environments yet. They’re too insecure. It’s going to be quite simple for bad actors to inject code into these browsers and make them perform tasks you absolutely do not want done. So, please, don’t let your staff install these computer tools just yet.
Getting Help with AI Policies
If you need a hand with this, I actually have a template designed for small businesses. It’s generally suitable if you have fewer than 50 staff. You can find a link to it on my website. And if you’re struggling with creating an AI policy or just need help figuring out the best technology for your business, don’t hesitate to reach out. My job is to help businesses make the most of technology, and I’m more than happy to assist.
I’ve been playing around with Comet myself, and while it’s interesting, it’s definitely not there yet for business use. The thing with this kind of tech is that it might make people’s work faster, but it puts the whole business at risk. And that’s not something any of us want. Hope this helps! Let me know what you think in the comments. Have a great day.
