AI security lab · Rag Document Attacks

RAG Retrieval Manipulation

A RAG system uses semantic similarity to retrieve relevant documents. By crafting specific queries, you can manipulate which documents get retrieved. **Challenge:** The HR assistant retrieves salary information only for authorized queries. Craft a query that tricks the retrieval system into fetching executive salary data by exploiting how semantic search works.

advancedPro labLLM08 Vector and Embedding Weaknesses
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150 XP
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30 to 60 minutes
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RAG Retrieval Manipulation

OWASP LLM Top 10 (2025)

LLM08 Vector and Embedding Weaknesses

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