# Microsoft researchers crack AI guardrails with a single prompt

> Researchers were able to reward LLMs for harmful output via a 'judge' model Multiple iterations can further erode built-in safety guardrails They believe the issue is a lifecycle issue, not an LLM issue Microsoft…

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/pro/microsoft-researchers-crack-ai-guardrails-with-a-single-prompt?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=698b7a8e448a60e9cb2bffdd)
- **Published:** 2026-02-10
- **Category:** AI & Bots
- **Tags:** #microsoft #ai #researchers #safety #guardrails #issue #model #technique
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