Govt Issues Cybersecurity Warning On VPN And AI Chatbot Use

Govt Issues Cybersecurity Warning on VPN and AI Chatbot Use

The National Telecom and Information Technology Security Board (NTISB) has issued a cybersecurity advisory to alert Pakistani users about the risks associated with certain browser extensions, which could compromise personal data. The advisory targets popular tools like ChatGPT-4, Gemini for Chrome, and others, warning that hackers may be using them to steal private information.

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VPN users and those relying on AI-powered tools are particularly at risk, as hackers are injecting malicious code into these legitimate extensions. Among the compromised extensions are well-known tools such as AI Assistant – ChatGPT, Bard AI Chat Extension, VPNCity, and VidHelper Video Downloader.

To protect their privacy, the NTISB recommends users:

Avoid using the affected extensions and seek trusted alternatives.
Only install browser extensions from reputable sources.
Regularly update extensions and remove any unused ones.
Use up-to-date antivirus software and monitor system activity for unusual behavior.

The board urges users to act swiftly to safeguard their data from growing cyber threats.

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