Microsoft AI Code of Conduct Sets Cyberattack Boundaries, Chain of Command, Safety Constraints
Microsoft AI has published a draft “Humanist AI Code of Conduct” for its MAI Models, spelling out safety rules for offensive cyber capabilities, limits on autonomous AI agents, and a dedicated review track for cybersecurity and other specialized uses.
According to the code of conduct, models are blocked from producing working exploit code, attack tooling, planning and targeting methodologies, intrusion procedures, evasion techniques, operational guidance, or other assistance that would enable or improve a cyberattack. Microsoft says these restrictions apply regardless of how a request is framed.
The rule falls under what Microsoft calls Absolute Constraints, safeguards that neither the companies deploying its models nor their end users can override. The tech giant draws the line between understanding an attack, or working to defend against one, and gaining the practical means to carry it out.
Within that limit, MAI models can still assist with authorized and lawful defensive work....
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