Security and privacy risks of AI
Privacy is the right for a user to have control over how their personal information and data are collected, stored, and used
Security is the act of safeguarding personal information and private data, and ensuring that the system is secure by preventing unauthorized access
First, before you use an AI tool, be aware of its terms of use or service, privacy policy, and any associated risks
- Consider how transparent an AI tool is about how it collects data from its users.
- Trusted AI tools are often built with robust security and privacy teams that have thoroughly considered all kinds of risks and have put effort into communicating those risks to users. Next, don’t input personal or confidential information. Most AI tools function adequately without specific personal details. So while using AI, keep private information, like your identity, your department’s budget details or email address, private
- Many AI tools use encryption and other measures to help protect your information, but you should always make sure to protect your privacy Finally, stay up to date on the latest tools. Knowing about new advancements in AI can help you understand risks as they come in. So if you plan on using AI frequently, make sure you’re reading the latest articles from trusted news sources, scholarly and university publications, and subject matter experts