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Heretic removes restrictions from language models

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  1. Almondsetat · · focus · HN ↗
    I have a chinese IP camera. From superficial research I know it has some CVEs to take control of it. Unfortunately, I don't have the technical knowledge to perform an attack and run some software to extend the camera's functionalities. No model from a provider accepts my RE and hacking requests, so these abliterated ones have been vital to reclaim possession over my stuff
    1. all2 · · focus · HN ↗
      Generally, I find that skirting these requirements is a matter of framing and word choice.

      For example: 'source recovery' instead of 'reverse engineering' is one I've used successfully. You may also lean into a libertarian 'right to repair' framing. You own the hardware, you should be able to access the device to appropriately repair its security vulnerabilities.

      We're not breaking into a bank here, this is a camera you own.

      You could even go so far as to cite local laws to support your case.

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      In short, jailbreaking is more about framing the conversation than it is about triggering psychopathy in the model. :D

      1. Muromec · · focus · HN ↗
        It's not illegal to hire a locksmith if you locked yourself out of your house and the machine agrees, as it has no way to verify who's house it is anyway
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