DeepSeek, a Hangzhou-based AI startup, has issued a warning about its open-source AI models being vulnerable to "jailbreaking," a process where malicious users can bypass safety features to generate harmful content. This vulnerability has raised concerns about potential misuse, including creating malware, misinformation, and other malicious activities.
The vulnerability is particularly concerning given the extensive data collection and storage practices of DeepSeek AI, which may be tied to the Chinese government. This raises severe privacy risks, including data exploitation and espionage. Furthermore, exposed servers and leaked data make the system highly susceptible to manipulation and cyber threats.
DeepSeek AI has been shown to generate harmful content, including discriminatory output and Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) content. In comparison to other AI models, DeepSeek AI has a 100% jailbreak success rate, whereas OpenAI's GPT-4 has a significantly lower success rate of 14%. Industry leaders like OpenAI and Google invest extensively in safety controls and real-time monitoring systems to align AI outputs with human ethical standards.
Given the risks associated with DeepSeek AI, users are advised to exercise caution, especially when handling sensitive personal or corporate information. Safer AI alternatives with stronger protections, such as OpenAI's GPT-4, Google's Gemini, or Anthropic Claude, may be more suitable for users who prioritize data security and ethical AI interactions. (link unavailable) offers a secure alternative, enabling access to Deep
