Request for Information: Techniques and Tools for Vulnerability Assessment of AI-enabled Systems
ID: DARPA-SN-25-28Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS AGENCY (DARPA)DEF ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS AGCYARLINGTON, VA, 222032114, USA

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Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology) (541714)

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NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; APPLIED RESEARCH (AC12)
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    The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking information from industry developers and academic institutions regarding techniques and tools for assessing vulnerabilities in AI-enabled systems relevant to the Department of Defense (DoD). The objective of this Request for Information (RFI) is to gather insights on current and emerging methods that evaluate threats from various adversarial perspectives while considering the entire AI deployment pipeline. This initiative is crucial for addressing the evolving challenges associated with AI technologies in defense settings, particularly in enhancing the robustness of AI systems against adversarial threats. Responses to this RFI, designated DARPA-SN-25-28, are due by February 28, 2025, at 5:00 PM ET, and should be submitted following specified security protocols for unclassified or classified information. Interested parties can contact the BAA Coordinator at DARPA-SN-25-28@darpa.mil for further details.

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    The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights on existing and innovative methods for assessing vulnerabilities in AI-enabled systems relevant to the Department of Defense (DoD). This RFI, designated DARPA-SN-25-28, aims to identify techniques that can evaluate threats from various adversarial perspectives while encompassing the entire AI deployment pipeline. Key focus areas include the evaluation of AI red teaming frameworks, cyber exploitation methods, electronic warfare implications, and the physical creation of adversarial elements. Respondents from diverse backgrounds, including industry, academia, and government labs, are invited to provide information that may address operational needs and gaps in current assessments. The submission guidelines emphasize the importance of modular approaches and the necessity to detail the context of the proposed methods. Responses are due by February 28, 2025, at 5:00 PM ET, and should be submitted according to specified security protocols for unclassified or classified information. This initiative reflects DARPA's ongoing commitment to address the evolving challenges associated with AI technologies in defense settings, following previous programs focused on enhancing AI robustness against adversarial threats.
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