Microsoft’s Bing Chat responses injected by ads pushing malware: Report

siteadmin September 30, 2023

Microsoft’s Bing Chat AI search assistant is being exploited to distribute malicious ads, according to cybersecurity company Malwarebytes. The ads contain download links to malware sites whilst appearing legitimate. The situation has emerged since Microsoft began incorporating ads into Bing Chat to generate revenue. The company has advised users to be vigilant and use security tools for protection.