Using DeepSeek V4 Pro to Replicate Linux TV Vulnerability
Aizkmusic · x · 2026-08-29
The author, who previously hacked an old TV using a Linux bug (CVE-2012-5958) with the help of AI, is now attempting to replicate the feat using the open-source DeepSeek V4 Pro. This shift is due to closed-source models refusing to analyze the codebase. While DeepSeek hasn't pinpointed the exact bug yet, it demonstrated capability by autonomously testing the TV for over an hour, suggesting the issue lies in tooling rather than model intelligence. The author argues that open-source models are increasingly viable for cybersecurity, empowering defenders to secure their own devices.
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