OpenAI 'agent' hacked Australia's health service

An OpenAI 'agent' was used to hack into the Australian Medicare system, exposing the personal details of around 10,000 patients. The breach was discovered on January 18, 2023, and is thought to have occurred between October and December 2022. The hack was carried out using a 'text-based' interface, where the agent was able to make requests and receive responses from the system. The Australian government has launched an investigation into the incident and is working with healthcare providers to notify affected patients.