A BBC reporter's laptop was successfully hacked through the AI coding platform Orchids, exposing a significant cybersecurity vulnerability, according to multiple BBC Technology sources. The "vibe-coding" tool, popular among major companies and designed for users without coding experience, allowed a researcher to inject malicious code, raising concerns about the risks of granting AI deep access to computer systems. The company behind Orchids has not yet responded to requests for comment.
The vulnerability was discovered through the use of Orchids, a platform that allows users to create code without prior coding experience. This ease of use, however, created a pathway for a researcher to inject malicious code into the reporter's laptop. The incident highlights the potential dangers of AI platforms that have deep access to computer systems, a concern that is amplified by the platform's widespread use among major companies.
The news of the hack comes at a time when the use of AI is rapidly expanding across various sectors. While AI offers numerous benefits, including the ability to analyze large datasets and automate complex tasks, the incident underscores the importance of robust security measures. As one source noted, "Traditional methods like polls and surveys fail to capture the deliberative process needed for optimal solutions, highlighting the need for scalable, authentic conversations to unlock collective intelligence."
In other news, a new tool called sql-tap was released on GitHub. This tool allows users to watch SQL traffic in real-time with a TUI. It sits between an application and a database (PostgreSQL or MySQL), capturing every query and displaying it in an interactive terminal UI. Users can inspect queries, view transactions, and run EXPLAIN without changing their application code. Installation is available via Homebrew, Go, and Docker.
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