AI Bro Introduces Regressions in the Lts Linux Kernel
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A tweet reveals that an AI-generated patch introduced regressions in the LTS Linux kernel, sparking concern and criticism in the community about AI's role in kernel development.
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Apparently, "all you need is [...] this: [bytes]" is the hash of an undisclosed exploit proof-of-concept. And the relationship between Spengler and Linux maintainers has been somewhat contentious for the better part of a decade: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=13312723
https://xcancel.com/spendergrsec/status/1979997322646786107