Author
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- Nicholas Jones
(Centre for Artificial Intelligence Research and Optimization (AIRO), Design and Creative Technology Vertical, Torrens University Australia, Ultimo, NSW 2007, Australia)
- Md Whaiduzzaman
(Centre for Artificial Intelligence Research and Optimization (AIRO), Design and Creative Technology Vertical, Torrens University Australia, Ultimo, NSW 2007, Australia)
- Tony Jan
(Centre for Artificial Intelligence Research and Optimization (AIRO), Design and Creative Technology Vertical, Torrens University Australia, Ultimo, NSW 2007, Australia)
- Amr Adel
(Centre for Artificial Intelligence Research and Optimization (AIRO), Design and Creative Technology Vertical, Torrens University Australia, Ultimo, NSW 2007, Australia)
- Ammar Alazab
(Centre for Artificial Intelligence Research and Optimization (AIRO), Design and Creative Technology Vertical, Torrens University Australia, Ultimo, NSW 2007, Australia)
- Afnan Alkreisat
(CyberNex, Somerton, VIC 3062, Australia)
Abstract
The rapid proliferation of Large Language Models (LLMs) across industries such as healthcare, finance, and legal services has revolutionized modern applications. However, their increasing adoption exposes critical vulnerabilities, particularly through adversarial prompt attacks that compromise LLM security. These prompt-based attacks exploit weaknesses in LLMs to manipulate outputs, leading to breaches of confidentiality, corruption of integrity, and disruption of availability. Despite their significance, existing research lacks a comprehensive framework to systematically understand and mitigate these threats. This paper addresses this gap by introducing a taxonomy of prompt attacks based on the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) triad, an important cornerstone of cybersecurity. This structured taxonomy lays the foundation for a unique framework of prompt security engineering, which is essential for identifying risks, understanding their mechanisms, and devising targeted security protocols. By bridging this critical knowledge gap, the present study provides actionable insights that can enhance the resilience of LLM to ensure their secure deployment in high-stakes and real-world environments.
Suggested Citation
Nicholas Jones & Md Whaiduzzaman & Tony Jan & Amr Adel & Ammar Alazab & Afnan Alkreisat, 2025.
"A CIA Triad-Based Taxonomy of Prompt Attacks on Large Language Models,"
Future Internet, MDPI, vol. 17(3), pages 1-28, March.
Handle:
RePEc:gam:jftint:v:17:y:2025:i:3:p:113-:d:1604360
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