27 Jul, 2024
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Bing Chat Faces Security Concerns: Malicious Ads Spreading Malware

In a concerning turn of events, Bing Chat, Microsoft’s AI chatbot, has come under scrutiny for reportedly displaying deceptive ads containing malicious links. Researchers at Malwarebytes have uncovered instances of ‘malvertising’ within Bing Chat, where scammers use ads to lure unsuspecting users to phishing sites that distribute malware. While Bing Chat introduced ads earlier this year as part of Microsoft’s monetization strategy, the presence of malicious ads on the platform has raised serious security concerns.