Anthropic opens access to powerful code-security AI Mythos after safety delay

Anthropic on Tuesday granted access to Mythos, its new AI model designed to identify computer security weaknesses, to approximately 150 organizations worldwide.

The California AI company had initially restricted access to Mythos in early April. Tests showed the model was “extraordinarily good at finding security holes in software code,” identifying thousands of vulnerabilities in a short period of time.

The rapid ability to detect weaknesses in computer systems sparked global concern over potential misuse, prompting Anthropic to limit the model’s release.

The company has not disclosed the names of the organizations receiving access or the specific safeguards in place for the rollout.