Security and privacy challenges of AI-powered coding assistants

The primary aim of the present research is to critically evaluate the security and privacy concerns associated with AI-based coding assistants and to propose evidence-based solutions that enable their safe and responsible utilization. The study contributes to research and practice by providing a systematic discussion of security and privacy issues. The current literature has been applying STS and PhD as independent concepts. However, the literature is limited in demonstrating how AI-based coding assistants change when the two concepts are combined. The methodical review of the selected literature identifies five interconnected themes that summarize the security and privacy of AI-powered coding assistants. These themes are repeatedly reflected in the empirical research, qualitative developer interviews, industry case studies, and conceptual security analyses.