Google to crackdown on scammers using Bard AI hype to spread malware; know how

Google is taking strict action against those exploiting its Bard AI. The search engine giant has filed a lawsuit against individuals believed to be based in Vietnam, who are exploiting the buzz surrounding generative AI to distribute malware disguised as a downloadable version of its AI chatbot Bard. This fraudulent scheme, uncovered by Google’s vigilant security team, targets unsuspecting users, particularly those with business and advertiser accounts on social media platforms.

The deceitful scheme involves the scammers creating social media pages and running ads that entice users to download a purported “unpublished” version of Bard.