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Prompts in Manuscripts Exploit AI-Assisted Peer Review

Researchers have discovered that malicious actors are embedding hidden prompts in academic manuscripts to manipulate AI-assisted peer review systems, potentially undermining the integrity of scientific publishing. The attacks exploit vulnerabilities in large language models used by journals to screen submissions, raising concerns about AI safety and the need for robust defenses.

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