Guidance to Responsibly Use AI
CSUMB is committed to the security and well-being of our faculty, staff, and student community. As we embrace the potential of GenAI, we'd like to offer some best practices to maximize the user experience while minimizing risks:
- Exercise caution when interacting with GenAI platforms to prevent unintended disclosure of confidential or sensitive information.
- Always review GenAI-generated content to ensure it does not inadvertently contain sensitive or confidential details.
- Understand that GenAI models can inherit biases in the data they were trained on.
- Validate the accuracy of information sourced from GenAI by cross-referencing it with trusted resources.
- Opt for clear and explicit phrasing to improve a GenAI system's understanding of your queries and reduce potential misunderstandings.
- GenAI systems may not fully understand sarcasm, irony, or complex contextual cues.
- Utilize your judgment to critically assess the output from GenAI technologies, particularly for nuanced or controversial subjects.
- Remember that GenAI tools are not infallible and should not be the sole basis for significant decisions.
- Be aware that GenAI technologies can be exploited for sophisticated phishing scams or cybersecurity threats.
- Constantly scrutinize GenAI-generated messages and links for authenticity and report any suspicious activity to the IT Security Office - Information Security.
- Stay updated on institutional guidelines and policies concerning GenAI technologies.
- Participate in university-offered training sessions to enhance your understanding of GenAI's capabilities, limitations, and associated cybersecurity risks.
This guide used with permission from San Diego State University