Models finding vulnerabilities is not the primary source of cybersecurity risk
The article discusses the ongoing vulnerabilities in cybersecurity, particularly emphasizing the role of social engineering. It suggests that while hardware security may be easier to manage, software and operating systems present more significant challenges. The author also highlights the effectiveness of Apple's security measures in protecting its devices from unauthorized access.
- ▪Social engineering remains a major source of cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
- ▪Hardware security may be easier to secure than operating systems and applications.
- ▪Apple has implemented strong security measures to protect its devices from unauthorized access.
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| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 05:07:27 +0000 |
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I agree with you that (until there is an intelligence explosion which drastically changes society and people) the social engineering of people won't stop being a major source of vulnerability. Thanks for adding that. I do see many opportunities to harden a system (e.g., an organization, the Linux kernel project or Less Wrong) composed of people and computers to make the subversion of people much less of a big deal. I also agree that autonomous weapon systems will probably prove a "larger issue" (to use your phrase) over the long term (i.e., the next 25 years) than the problems described in the OP. I don't know enough about biosecurity to have an opinion worth publishing.
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