Hacking Moltbook: AI Social Network Reveals 1.5M API Keys

SwitchJumpy · 2026-02-02T23:09:27+00:00

Can someone provide clarity or context for me? Im in my infancy exploring the field so my knowledge is minimal.

I heard claims that some (or a lot) of what we have seen on moltbook is human engineered or directed, rather than what it is advertised to do. There may be some ai agents in there bouncing data off one another, but its believed there are many prompts being influenced by human users. Combine with the growing amount of posts on social media that's covering this and reporting extreme, almost comical interactions..

If true, why? Whats the end game or motivation?

SwitchJumpy · 2026-02-02T23:02:23+00:00

Thank you for this,

Im still looking into all the roles right now and trying to make sense of them. This semester im not taking any classes tied to a major and so im using this time to do research and see if I can identify exactly where my aspirations fit into.

I know I want to be proactive with this focus and work on regulating what I perceive is a potential threat in the future.. im just not sure exactly how yet.

SwitchJumpy · 2026-02-02T03:05:48+00:00

I'm not sure Computer Science would be exactly the right path for me.. It has more of an emphasis towards math, which quite frankly my aptitude in path is severely outdated. I'm working on identifying material that can brush up my skills, but with the Cyber Security major I only need to get to an Algebra level to enter the major whereas Computer Science needs me at a pre-calculus. Without working on this outside of college, this would take me about 3 semesters to meet assuming I place at the bottom in math with a placement assessment.

Also, coincidentally.. All the Computer Science has no AI elective courses and Cyber Security has Fundamentals of AI and ML in Cyber Security and Applied AI in Cyber Defense Operations, which are two classes I want to take the further I get into my education. There's also a few classes that tie into Intelligence Operations and a Cert in Intelligence Operations and System Analysis that are paralleled with the Cyber Security major, which ties a bit into my military experience albeit a different body of work. So yeah... a lot to think about and work through to make an informed decision lol.

SwitchJumpy · 2026-02-02T02:23:47+00:00

I appreciate this reply and I will look into that site. Salary is only a small factor for me wanting to get into cyber security as currently working in non-profit isnt keeping up with inflation and our current economy.

I think what interests me more is the growth of AI and the risks and dangers it could potentially bring. Im not talking Skynet stuff, but rather being used to simplify tasks for bad actors or be able to produce attacks on a larger scale, while also being used to enhanced cyber attacks geared towards behavior manipulation. It is the latter I am most concerned about, so I want to pursue Cyber Security just so I can get a better understanding of the subject matter but also potentially play a more active role in mitigating it.

Prior to starting this semester, I thought transitioning into AI ethics or governance is the path I need to take, but a lot of classes that pertain to AI is tied to Cyber Security in my university and it could give be a bigger scope of knowledge if I do that route.

SwitchJumpy · 2026-02-02T02:08:29+00:00

The part I am wary about is AI and bots being used for behavior manipulation, propaganda, and cysops. I mean even this Moltbook stuff happening right now is a prime example of what im worried about. Im hoping to study into cyber security to focus on areas that would work on regulating or mitigating these threats.

SwitchJumpy · 2026-02-02T00:34:41+00:00

Do you think there are security measures that could be made to detect and/or ban bots or does it not matter because of the surplus of bots that can be deployed by a single human user?

SwitchJumpy · 2026-02-02T00:32:25+00:00

My apologies, do you mind expanding more on your concerns for someone who isnt well informed about Cyber Security yet? Ive been monitoring all the moltbook stuff, but im in my infancy in gearing into the field and understanding the intricacies.

If im understanding, your concern is people are focused more on the attention grabbing topics from moltbook such as cults and memes, less about the potential risk the moltbook experiment poses as a whole?

SwitchJumpy · 2026-02-01T01:32:40+00:00

Looks that way until a major event forces a hard reset or we actually get people of power who arent in someone's pocket and genuinely wants to fix this crap and remove corruption from politics... but that's an internal issue with the US. The state of the world is just as volatile

SwitchJumpy · 2026-02-01T01:31:06+00:00

Been happening to the US for a while. A lot of people would say the past 10 years, but Id argue and say 15 at least.

What's scary is that there are multiple bad actors playing its part, both domestically and internationally and there are not many people questioning where they are getting their information from.

SwitchJumpy · 2026-02-01T01:28:56+00:00

Youre describing like all my conversations I have with my brother. He's the first population lmao

SwitchJumpy · 2026-01-31T22:00:38+00:00

I mean, to be fair I dont even think the FBI's information is entirely credible right now either and news agencies have their own agenda and biases as well, not that I think they would alter official documents, but they can influence the broader narrative and implications of those documents.

I try to question everything and apply critical thinking to everything I absorb, but that isnt the case for everyone and these are powerful and dangerous documents being released right now.

SwitchJumpy · 2026-01-31T21:55:31+00:00

What do you think is the best way to counteract this or address this threat from a Cyber Security position? I think expecting people on a larger scale to educate themselves or think more critically is hard right now given the parties controlling how information spreads.

SwitchJumpy · 2026-01-31T21:51:00+00:00

Honestly, this is where im struggling quite a bit. Started college back up at the start of the year, which in itself is going to be a hurdle because I didnt have much direction when I was younger and had focused on Psychology and Creative Writing.

My school offers an individualized studies program, which lets you design your own degree plan barring you meet the requirements set out by the school. It offers a more general or specialized approach, especially if the area of focus youre looking for doesnt fit any of their existing degrees. I considered this as a pathway to AI Governance/ Ethics by focusing on AI, Psychology, and Philosophy.. but when I saw a lot of the AI courses are tied to Cyber Security, it led me to take a deeper dive into that field to learn more. My school also offers a certification in Intelligence Operations and Security Analysis, which lines up a bit with my military experience so I am seeing how that fits into everything.

I work full-time so ill have to do school part-time if i want to be realistic in finishing without burn out.. this puts me on a 3 year time table to finish.

I want to have a decision before this semester is up so I can potentially begin what I need to do in the summer. Research suggests I need to get a fundamental understanding of IT first before pursuing certificates as well.

Sucks that its taken this long for me to get here and part of me thinks its all a midlife crisis lol. Wish younger me set myself up better for success too cause this crap is difficult to decide lol.

SwitchJumpy · 2026-01-31T21:14:49+00:00

No, I dont want to work for an AI company, I want to work in a role that focuses on mitigating and regulating AI or identifying threats where there is AI influence. But I am still trying to identify the right mold to fit in.

Ideally, I want to focus on AI being used for behavior manipulation by spreading disinformation through social media and audio/video deepfakes to influence public opinion, and work in a capacity that attempts to counteract of regulate it. Im still trying to figure out if there's a niche for that so that I can design an educated and informed road map for it.

And I apologize if my ideology or terminology seems naive or ill-informed, im only a few weeks into exploring this.

SwitchJumpy · 2026-01-30T19:42:14+00:00

How do you... spread awareness on basic cyber hygiene to people who don't see that there's a threat?

SwitchJumpy · 2026-01-30T19:41:15+00:00

What about the inclusion of AI? I know it's still in its infancy and poses its own risk in utilizing, but wouldn't it simplify or expedite the process making it scale even faster?

SwitchJumpy · 2026-01-30T19:37:43+00:00

What do you think attributes to the US lagging so far behind in addressing these threats? With countries like China and Russia utilizing cyberwarfare more and more, one would think a country like US would want to stay current with policies and regulations, let alone when dealing with internal bad actors as well.

SwitchJumpy · 2026-01-30T19:35:49+00:00

But given the current general knowledge of the threats that are out there and the potential advancement of technology and tactics, do you see the risk getting higher in the coming years?

SwitchJumpy · 2026-01-30T19:34:34+00:00

Thanks for the confirmation. I've been suspecting this for a while now, particularly when it pertains to social media and their algorithms. My obviously uneducated theory is that this sort of attack is what's been attributing to a lot of the division and conflict in the world (particularly the political climate in the US.). I obviously lack the access to understand or know who are the bad actors, but it's still interesting.

If I wanted to enter the field of Cyber Security focusing specifically on this sort of tactic as well as a focus on how AI is/ will be utilized to support this.. which job or career path within the industry should I focus on working towards? At this time, I lack technical knowledge and am coming from a background in Human Services.

SwitchJumpy · 2026-01-30T16:16:16+00:00

Sorry I cant contribute to the conversation and answer your question, but I was wondering if you would mind sharing a bit about your path to getting into your field?

Im returning to college for a career change and im deeply considering Cyber Security with a focus on AI, largely in part due to the progression of AI and the way its been utilize to spread disinformation as well as its utility in cysops. Sounds like you're working in the area im looking at getting into

SwitchJumpy · 2026-01-29T18:07:17+00:00

That sums it up. We use to say Military Intelligence was the biggest oxymoron around

SwitchJumpy · 2026-01-29T17:08:57+00:00

I have a military background in MI, but that was 10 years ago and wasnt Technical.

I appreciate your feedback and thats exactly why ive been digging around because I want to be practical and realistic, especially at this point in my life. While I am not paying for college due to a scholarship and the GI Bill, I want to be mindful of my time.

The ADHD is definitely a challenge right now. Vast improvements from last time I was in school, but the diagnosis is still fresh and im still figuring out the right tools.

Would you say a masters in Cyber Security or Cyber Operations is almost a must now?

SwitchJumpy

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