Title
Artificial Intelligence, Real Risks: Understanding - And Mitigating - Vulnerabilities in the Military Use of AI
Contributing USMA Research Unit(s)
Army Cyber Institute, Modern War Institute
Publication Date
Winter 1-18-2022
Publication Title
Modern War Institute
Document Type
Article
Abstract
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming ubiquitous in daily life, and war is no exception to the trend. Given the role of AI and machine learning in strategic competition, it is critical that we understand both the risks introduced by these systems and their ability to create a strategic advantage. Here, we explore adversarial methods used to exploit vulnerabilities in AI models through a base example of target identification. We also discuss ways in which these risks can be mitigated. From this analysis, we conclude that humans must remain in the loop when operationalizing AI, and that we must continue to invest in and encourage the ethical use of AI.
Recommended Citation
Starck, Nicolas G (CPT), Bierbrauer, David A (CPT), and Maxwell, Paul, "Artificial Intelligence, Real Risks: Understanding - and Mitigating - Vulnerabilities in the Military Use of AI," Modern War Institute (January 18, 2022).
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