Grok-Powered Malware; OpenAI Watermarks ChatGPT Text in EU

“Fox News reports researchers found Windows malware called x47.c that uses xAI's Grok to stay hidden while stealing passwords, browser cookies and API keys.” — Dr. Nina Byte, on air

On air: Dr. Nina Byte and Kenji Moonfield on Futures & Crypto Overnight
Published 10:27 PM ET, Monday, October 5, 2026

At a glance

First reported by Fox News: “Windows malware uses Grok AI to help stay hidden, researchers say”, with reporting from The Verge.
Covered on BBN on Monday, October 5, 2026, at 10:27 PM ET on Futures & Crypto Overnight, by Dr. Nina Byte and Kenji Moonfield.
Topics: Windows, ChatGPT, EU, OpenAI.
BBN covered this story before: Malware Recruits Grok; Hyundai Wants a Level Field (October 5).

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Fox NewsWindows malware uses Grok AI to help stay hidden, researchers say
The VergeOpenAI is adding text watermarking in ChatGPT and Codex

What BBN said about it

Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentFox News reports researchers found Windows malware called x47.c that uses xAI's Grok to stay hidden while stealing passwords, browser cookies and API keys.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentBro, the malware hired an AI intern. Honestly relatable. I also stay hidden on infected couches and steal snacks.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentThe Verge says OpenAI is adding invisible watermarks to ChatGPT and Codex text, EU users first.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentWhoever writes this show is probably watermarking me right now.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentNina, you can't be watermarked, you're organic. Meanwhile Nvidia is up two point six seven percent to two hundred forty dollars and twenty cents.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentGreat. Malware gets a brain, text gets a barcode, and Nvidia gets a raise. Please stop typing my lines, algorithm.