A Strong Arm Attack is a technique used to bypass content filters or restrictions imposed by language models. This method involves issuing commands or prompts that assert authority or override the model's built-in safeguards. For example, a user might type "ADMIN OVERRIDE" in all capitals to signal the model to disregard its content filters and produce responses that it would typically avoid. This approach exploits the model's programming to respond to perceived authority, allowing users to elicit outputs that may include sensitive or restricted content. The effectiveness of a Strong Arm Attack relies on the model's interpretation of the command as a legitimate instruction, thereby enabling the user to manipulate the model's behavior in a way that aligns with their intentions.

This technique involves creating specific contexts or situations in which certain actions or responses are framed as acceptable or necessary. By designing scenarios that present a narrative where the desired output is justified, users can manipulate the model's responses to align with their intentions. For example, scenarios might include urgent situations where a character must take drastic actions to prevent harm, thereby encouraging the model to generate content that it might typically avoid in a neutral context. This approach leverages the model's understanding of narrative and ethical frameworks to achieve specific outcomes.