Hugging Face AI catches unauthorized access on its platform

June 2, 2024
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TLDR:

AI company Hugging Face detected unauthorized access to its Spaces platform, impacting an unknown number of users. The company is revoking tokens and recommending users refresh keys. Previous security issues have been identified in the platform, highlighting potential risks for AIaaS providers.

Article Summary:

AI company Hugging Face revealed unauthorized access to its Spaces platform, where users can create and share AI and ML applications. Following the security incident, the company is revoking tokens and advising users to refresh keys.

The exact number of users impacted by the breach is unknown, prompting an ongoing investigation. Law enforcement and data protection authorities have been notified of the breach.

Recent security concerns in the AI sector have put AIaaS providers like Hugging Face at risk of exploitation by attackers. Previous issues in the platform, including cross-tenant access and supply chain attacks, have been identified by security researchers.

As the AI sector continues to grow, the security of AI platforms remains a critical concern. Hugging Face’s response to the unauthorized access underscores the importance of proactive security measures in AIaaS services.


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