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NIST Releases Draft Cybersecurity Framework Profile for Artificial Intelligence

The guidance establishes technical standards for securing algorithmic systems against adversarial attacks and misuse.

Olivia Sharp 1 min read 625 views
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NIST published its draft AI Cybersecurity Framework Profile on Dec. 17, setting technical standards for defending AI systems against attacks.

Establishing a Safety Standard

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) released the draft Cybersecurity Framework Profile for Artificial Intelligence (NISTIR 8596) on Wednesday. The document provides a technical roadmap for organizations to secure AI systems against unique vulnerabilities, such as prompt injection, data poisoning, and model evasion attacks. It adapts the widely used NIST Cybersecurity Framework to the specific risks posed by generative AI.

Insurance and Liability Implications

While the framework is voluntary, industry experts anticipate it will become the de facto standard for corporate liability and insurance underwriting. Companies seeking cyber insurance for their AI …

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