Fake Claude, ChatGPT Attacks Surge, Putting Developers at Risk
Campaigns that impersonate popular AI brands are on the rise, and they typically use ClickFix-like tactics to target unsuspecting enterprise employees.
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Who is affected
Home users · Small businesses · Enterprises · Developers
Affected technology: ChatGPT & OpenAI API
What you should do · Be aware
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