prior knowledge
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Researchers have already shown that AI agents can autonomously exploit software vulnerabilities; in one experiment, a GPT-4 agent successfully exploited 73% of vulnerabilities without being given prior knowledge.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 22, 2026
Ceferin said that Uefa had no prior knowledge of Infantino's plan, and that he found out through the media while on holiday with his family.
From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2026
I had to keep reminding myself, especially at the beginning, to not put those things in the forefront of our minds, unless, of course, like you’re a Pearl girl who has prior knowledge of everything.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
"In some cases, incidents appear opportunistic, smash-and-grab, while others look more targeted -- suggesting prior knowledge of store layouts, closing routines, or where higher-value inventory is kept," Jarman said.
From Barron's ● Feb. 26, 2026
The proposed legislation, of which Walter had no prior knowledge, went nowhere.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
