Anthropic's New AI Model Mythos's Offensive and Defensive Capabilities Alarm US Banking Sector
Anthropic has launched its powerful AI model, Mythos, but has not fully released it due to its astonishing cybersecurity offensive and defensive capabilities. Anthropic has briefed US government officials and key industry stakeholders on Mythos's capabilities, initially limiting its use to about 40 tech companies like Microsoft and Google. The US Treasury Department hosted a meeting to ensure banks like Citigroup and Morgan Stanley understand the cybersecurity risks posed by Mythos and implement protective measures.
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Reuters reported that startup Anthropic earlier this week launched its powerful Mythos model, but has not fully released it, citing concerns that Mythos could expose previously unknown cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Anthropic stated that Mythos possesses the ability to identify and exploit weaknesses in 'all major operating systems and major web browsers.' Anthropic said last week that it is continuously consulting with US government officials on the model's 'cyber offensive and defensive capabilities.' Informed sources also confirmed that Anthropic proactively briefed high-level US officials and key industry stakeholders on Mythos's capabilities before its release. Anthropic stated that Mythos will initially be limited to about 40 technology companies, including Microsoft and Google. A source indicated that the meeting, hosted by the US Treasury Department, aimed to ensure the banking industry understands the risks posed by Mythos and similar models and takes measures to protect their systems. Bloomberg News first reported on this, revealing that attendees included CEOs from Citigroup, Morgan Stanley, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and Goldman Sachs. Goldman Sachs and the Federal Reserve declined to comment; the US Treasury Department, relevant banks, and Anthropic have not yet responded to requests for comment. (Translated by Hsu Jui-cheng) 1150410
FAQ
What is the name of the new AI model launched by Anthropic?
The new AI model launched by Anthropic is named Mythos.
Why is the Mythos model not fully released?
The Mythos model is not fully released due to its astonishing cybersecurity offensive and defensive capabilities, which could expose previously unknown security vulnerabilities.
What is the US banking industry's reaction to the Mythos model?
The US Treasury Department hosted a meeting to ensure banks like Citigroup and Morgan Stanley understand the cybersecurity risks posed by Mythos and implement protective measures to secure their systems.