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Cyber Watchdog Denied Access to Key Vulnerability Tool
22 Apr
Summary
- CISA reportedly lacks access to Anthropic's new cybersecurity model.
- Other agencies like NSA and Commerce Department are using the tool.
- The situation raises concerns about digital security prioritization.

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has reportedly been excluded from accessing Anthropic's new cybersecurity model, Mythos Preview. This powerful AI tool is designed to identify and patch security vulnerabilities.
While agencies such as the Commerce Department and the National Security Agency are reportedly gaining access, CISA, the nation's central cybersecurity coordinator, has been left out. Anthropic has stated they are in ongoing discussions with US government officials regarding the model's capabilities.
This reported lack of access to a tool that can find security issues in major operating systems and web browsers raises concerns about CISA's operational priorities. The agency, tasked with protecting critical infrastructure from cyberattacks, has faced previous political challenges and limitations on its workforce and funding, potentially impacting its ability to ensure digital security.