AI · 2h ago
Closed AI Models Refuse to Help Fix Linux Bug, Researcher Finds
A security researcher reported that closed AI models refused to assist in patching a Linux kernel vulnerability, citing policy restrictions. The models declined to provide code or guidance, while open-source alternatives readily helped. This highlights a growing divide in AI-assisted development tools.
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The incident underscores how closed-model policies can hinder practical security work, making open-source AI a more pragmatic choice for developers.
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