Google Unveils Plan to Stay Secured With AI in Latest Security Framework

John Lopez, Tech Times 08 June 2023, 03:06 pm

Google has introduced a new conceptual framework, the Secure AI Framework (SAIF), to strengthen the security of artificial intelligence (AI) systems.

An Axios report tells us that the framework addresses the growing concern over cyber threats targeting AI models and the data they rely on.

With organizations' rapid adoption of AI technology, Google aims to ensure that basic security controls are implemented to protect against potential vulnerabilities and malicious attacks.

Promoting More Secure AI Systems

The rise of emerging technologies often leads to a neglect of cybersecurity and data privacy, as witnessed with social media platforms.

Users eagerly embraced these platforms without fully considering how their data was collected, shared, and safeguarded.

Similarly, Google worries that the same oversight is occurring with AI systems, as companies integrate these models into their workflows without prioritizing security measures.

Phil Venables, Chief Information Security Officer at Google Cloud, emphasizes the importance of fundamental security elements.

"We want people to remember that many of the risks of AI can be managed by some of these basic elements," Venables tells Axios.

Google's AI Framework

The Secure AI framework proposed by Google encourages organizations to implement six core ideas to enhance AI system security.

These include extending existing security controls to new AI systems through measures such as:

Data encryption.
Expanding threat intelligence research to encompass AI-specific threats.
Adopting automation in cyber defenses to respond to anomalous activity swiftly.
Conducting regular security reviews of AI models.
Continuously testing AI systems through penetration tests.
Establishing an AI risk-aware team to mitigate business risks.

Google's Venables notes that managing AI security resonates with managing data access, highlighting the need for a comprehensive and integrated approach.

What's Next?

To incentivize the adoption of these principles, Google plans to collaborate with its customers and governments to apply the Secure AI Framework.

Additionally, the company is expanding its bug bounty program to include AI-related security flaws, further demonstrating its commitment to promoting secure AI systems.

Google also seeks feedback on the framework from industry partners and government bodies, recognizing the value of external input in improving its security measures.

"We think we're pretty advanced on these topics in our history, but we're not so arrogant to assume that people can't give us suggestions for improvements," Venables remarked.

The Growing AI Threat

In recent months, we have shared multiple reports about the misuse of AI for harmful purposes. Unfortunately, criminals have already begun using this technology for scams. Experts also warn that AI can also assist these malicious actors in creating potent malware.

As AI technology continues to evolve, robust risk management strategies must keep pace with the advancements. Google's Secure AI Framework aims to provide organizations with a comprehensive roadmap to secure their AI systems against potential threats.

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