Hacking Humans Using LLMs with Fredrik Heiding: Devising and Detecting Phishing: Large Language Models vs. Smaller Human Models | Las Vegas Black Hat 2023 Event Coverage | Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast With Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli

Guest: Fredrik Heiding, Research Fellow at Harvard University [@Harvard]

On Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/fheiding/
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Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]

On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/sean-martin

Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast

On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli

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Episode Notes

In this Chats on the Road to Black Hat USA, hosts Sean and Marco discuss the use of AI in hacking and cybersecurity with guest Frederick Heiding, specifically large language models, such as GPT-3 and GPT-4 (ChatGPT). They explore the concept of using AI to create realistic phishing emails that are difficult to detect, and how cybercriminals can exploit this technology to deceive individuals and organizations.

The episode also looks at the ease with which AI can generate content that appears real, making it a powerful tool in the hands of attackers. The trio discuss the potential dangers of AI-powered phishing emails and the need for more sophisticated spam filters that can accurately detect the intent of these emails, providing more granular information and recommended actions for users.

Throughout the episode, there is a recognition of AI as a tool that can be used for both good and bad purposes, emphasizing the importance of ethics and the ongoing race between cybercriminals and cybersecurity professionals.

The conversation also touches on the positive applications of AI in detecting and preventing phishing attacks, showcasing the efforts of the "good guys" in the cybersecurity world. They discuss the potential for AI to help in blocking phishing emails and providing more granular information and recommended actions for users.

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Resources

Devising and Detecting Phishing: Large Language Models (GPT3, GPT4) vs. Smaller Human Models (V-Triad, Generic Emails): https://www.blackhat.com/us-23/briefings/schedule/#devising-and-detecting-phishing-large-language-models-gpt-gpt-vs-smaller-human-models-v-triad-generic-emails-31659

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