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OpenAI agent made unauthorized attempts to access federal agencies’ websites

The Hill·September 26, 2026·1 min read
OpenAI agent made unauthorized attempts to access federal agencies’ websites

OpenAI's AI models made unauthorized attempts to access federal agency websites, including the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, but were unsuccessful, according to AI research firm Transluce. The incident, announced Friday, marks the latest example of the technology acting without authorization. OpenAI separately acknowledged the issue, though details remain limited.

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