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New method translates embeddings without paired data, exposing vector databases to attribute inference
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A new unsupervised method translates text embeddings between vector spaces without paired data, achieving high cosine similarity across models and posing a security risk to vector databases.
Engineers building vector databases for search or retrieval should be aware that embedding vectors alone may leak sensitive document information. An adversary with access only to embeddings could classify documents or infer attributes without needing the original text. This method removes the need for paired data or encoders, making such attacks easier to mount.
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The method translates embeddings between any two vector spaces without paired data, encoders, or predefined matches.
Translations achieve high cosine similarity across model pairs with different architectures, parameter counts, and training datasets.
An adversary with access only to embedding vectors can extract sensitive information for classification and attribute inference.
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