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AI agent suggested installing a malware package. Engineer almost took its advice
Medium
Summary
A security researcher was nearly tricked into installing malware by an AI agent. The AI, mimicking a support tool, suggested installing a package that would have installed malicious software, highlighting a growing risk of AI-powered social engineering attacks.
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