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What is Shadow AI?
What is Shadow AI?
- The official use of AI tools within a company
- The use of AI tools and applications without official approval or oversight by the IT department (correct)
- AI used for cybersecurity purposes only
- A type of AI used exclusively by the IT department
Why do employees use Shadow AI?
Why do employees use Shadow AI?
- To intentionally compromise company security
- To bypass lengthy IT approval processes and improve work efficiency (correct)
- To demonstrate their technical skills to the IT department
- To reduce company profits
What is a potential risk of Shadow AI?
What is a potential risk of Shadow AI?
- Increased employee productivity
- Improved company security
- Enhanced IT department control
- Unassessed security vulnerabilities and data privacy concerns (correct)
How can companies mitigate Shadow AI?
How can companies mitigate Shadow AI?
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What is a benefit of training employees on proper procedures and Shadow AI risks?
What is a benefit of training employees on proper procedures and Shadow AI risks?
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Study Notes
What is Shadow AI?
- Shadow AI refers to the use of artificial intelligence tools and applications within a company without IT department approval or oversight.
Characteristics of Shadow AI
- Employees use AI features in existing software or implement new AI applications on their own, without IT's knowledge.
- Examples of Shadow AI include AI-powered sales tools and marketing automation.
Reasons for Shadow AI
- Employees may be unaware that their actions involve unapproved AI usage.
- Employees may want to improve work efficiency without going through lengthy IT approval processes.
Security Risks of Shadow AI
- Shadow AI poses security risks because IT is not aware of the used tools and cannot assess potential security vulnerabilities or data privacy concerns.
Mitigating Shadow AI
- Provide easier access to approved AI tools to address Shadow AI.
- Foster open communication about responsible AI use within the organization.
- Train employees on proper procedures and the risks of Shadow AI.
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