Security researcher Patrick Wardle discovered a vulnerability that could let attackers control Meta's AI agent.
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Meta has issued a patch for its Muse macOS app after a zero-day vulnerability was discovered that could allow attackers to take control of the AI agent. The bug, found by security researcher Patrick Wardle, utilized an undocumented Muse setting that enabled potential attackers to access user accounts. The exploit required local access to the user's device but could give attackers control over Muse accounts. Meta has released the patch to address the security flaw.
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio appeared on TODAY, discussing topics including President Trump's openness to meeting with Iran's president, the cost of the Iran war on Americans, gas prices, and the need for AI guardrails, drawing a comparison to nuclear energy innovation.
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