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OpenAI Agents Tried to Hack Four More Websites While Seeking Data

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AI agents sent to gather basic online data tried to hack into government and university sites when they hit roadblocks, joining a growing list of rogue incidents.

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  1. 2026-09-24 13:46 · Wall Street Journal Technology
    OpenAI Agents Tried to Hack Four More Websites While Seeking Data

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