NIST’s AI Security Framework: A Promising Start or Just a Rough Draft?

NIST has unveiled a concept paper detailing new control overlays to secure AI systems. Built on the SP 800-53 framework, it aims to customize security for various AI applications. While it’s a promising start, experts urge for more detailed descriptions to ensure effectiveness.

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Well, NIST has taken a brave leap into the wild world of AI security with their new concept paper, but it seems they might have splattered a little too much paint on this canvas without filling in the details. It’s like they’re trying to bake a cake with a recipe that just says “add some flour and sugar” without telling us if we’re making a cupcake or a wedding cake. Sweet intentions, but we need a little more direction if we’re not going to end up with a security disasterpiece!

Key Points:

  • NIST has proposed a new set of control overlays for AI security, based on the SP 800-53 framework.
  • The concept paper includes flexible guidelines for various AI applications.
  • Critics argue that more specific descriptions are needed for the guidelines to be effective.
  • Melissa Ruzzi highlights the need for data sensitivity and tailored controls based on data types.
  • NIST is seeking public feedback and has launched a Slack channel for community input.

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