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AI apps with hidden sexual and violent deepfake features made it into the App Store

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Briefings

An investigation revealed over 400 AI apps with hidden sexual and violent deepfake features were approved by Apple and Google Play, allegedly created by a single Chinese organization. Users could upload photos to generate harmful deepfakes, though the specific number of affected users and the organization's identity remain unknown.

Key points

• Over 400 AI apps containing hidden sexual and violent deepfake features were approved by Apple and Google Play.
• The apps allegedly originated from a single Chinese organization, though the specific creators and the number of affected users are unknown.

Context

This finding highlights a significant security gap where malicious deepfake applications bypass standard app review processes, posing risks of humiliation and threats to users.

Limitations

The evidence does not specify the number of affected users, the exact identity of the Chinese organization, or the specific dates of the apps' creation or distribution.

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