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OpenAI launches GPT-6 Cyber with 'Critical' cybersecurity rating
OpenAI released GPT-6 Cyber, a model built to find and exploit security flaws, to a small group of vetted customers on Thursday, rating it "Critical" in cybersecurity under its safety framework.
Why Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Uber are restricting AI access for employees
Goldman Sachs recently restricted most of its employees from using Anthropic’s Claude Code and Microsoft’s GitHub coding tools,Bloomberg reported, citing an October internal guidance. The American investment banking company had earlier allowed employees across departments to experiment with these tools to automate routine tasks, analyse trading activity, and create content.
UK cyber chief says the UK will face AI cyberattacks on critical infrastructure by 2028
The UK's National Cyber Security Center warns of potential AI-driven cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure by 2028. Increased sophistication in cyber activities from states like China and Russia poses significant risks. Past incidents highlight vulnerabilities in key sectors such as manufacturing and energy. Organizations must invest in cybersecurity measures to protect against these emerging threats. Failure to act could jeopardize essential services and compromise national security.
Australia warns of 'unprecedented' AI threat
Artificial intelligence poses an "unprecedented" threat as foreign governments turn it loose to hack computer networks and critical infrastructure, Australia's cyber security agency warned on Tuesday. "This activity extends beyond government networks, and includes critical infrastructure entities, private businesses and individuals."
Risks spelled out for Anthropic investors include possible harms from runaway AI
The risks laid out by the San Francisco company in its filing Monday with the Securities and Exchange Commission included discussion of bad actors potentially using AI models to build deadly weapons or the technology itself going rogue with untold consequences.
Rush is on to patch a software vulnerability that could impact 70% of websites worldwide
Many government sites appeared to be functioning normally Thursday, but outages or limited service continued while security work was under way.
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Nvidia launches OpenShell Reference Architecture to contain AI agents
Nvidia said this architecture combines computing hardware, software and security tools to keep agents within defined boundaries aiming to address a part of the problem.
ETtech Explainer: How a flaw in PHP, the code behind 70% of websites, sent governments offline
Since PHP powers 70% of the world’s websites, the vulnerabilities can allow unauthenticated attackers to execute code on affected servers or read sensitive process memory, which may contain passwords, authentication tokens, API keys and certificates belonging to other requests or the server itself, as per Wiz Research.
Government websites in Europe, US go dark over AI-detected flaw in a web programming language PHP
The website of the Finnish government, for one, was only partly available Wednesday. A message to visitors said government websites were experiencing a temporary disruption and were fully or partially unavailable while the issue was being resolved.
How one hacker used AI agents and a few thousand dollars to break into scores of sites
A cybersecurity researcher observed a Chinese-speaking hacker employing AI to compromise various companies' websites. The hacker utilised an AI platform called Cairn, automating complex intrusion activities without human supervision. This hacking campaign targeted over 1,200 sites, with successful intrusions taking around 23 hours on average.
IBM executive warns of risk of quantum computing hacks
Organisations are unprepared for the risks posed by quantum computing, IBM's Europe and Africa vice-Wednesday, referring to the high-speed technology that could crack security encryptions and enable large-scale cyberattacks. I would say less than 10 percent today," Curioni said on the sidelines of a London conference organised by the American technology pioneer.
Why AI makes computer worms harder to stop
Anthropic's warning that AI-powered "worms" could soon spread across smart gadgets is the latest in a series of studies showing how artificial intelligence could supercharge self-spreading malware. A computer worm is malicious software that spreads between devices on its own.
OpenAI and Anthropic fear a major AI crisis in the next 6 to 12 months. Here’s what they’re preparing for
OpenAI and Anthropic are preparing for a potential AI crisis, with industry insiders warning that a major incident could occur within six to 12 months. Possible scenarios include cyberattacks disrupting essential services, raising fears of public backlash, accountability and stricter AI regulations in the United States.
South Korea, Japan buffeted by hacks as AI lowers bar for cybercriminals
Nine South Korean banks and two mega-churches are probing cyberattacks that may have involved AI tools, while Japanese companies including Daiwa Securities, SoftBank Corp and the Lawson convenience store chain have been hit by a recent surge in cyber incidents.
A look at AI doomsday scenarios that researchers say could put humanity at risk
AI researchers are debating whether increasingly powerful systems could pose existential risks, from enabling bioweapons and cyberattacks to triggering nuclear conflict or acting beyond human control. While some industry leaders warn of catastrophic scenarios, critics argue many of the most extreme predictions remain speculative and risk overstating what current AI systems can actually do.
Could a US-China 'hot line' be set up for AI risks?
With unchecked development of artificial intelligence sparking deep fear even among leaders in the sector, the United States is looking at establishing a dedicated communication channel with China on the issue. The United States and China, engaged in competition for leadership in AI development, are reluctant to impose significant restrictions on domestic companies for fear of losing an advantage.
How Anthropic disrupted bioweapons research efforts, Russian hacking, Chinese Claude misuse
A growing number of illegal hacking attempts by rogue AI agents along with concerns over the technology's risks voiced by industry insiders have increased the pressure on leading pioneers in the field, raising the prospect of more regulation.
New warnings about the risks of AI to humanity revive a long-running debate
The CEO of Anthropic, the San Francisco company behind Claude, said he thought the industry needed to reduce the speed of its work, cautioning Saturday that a swarm of AI agents might be able to take over the internet in six months to a year unless companies devoted more time to putting safeguards in place.
The more AI banks deploy, the bigger the cyber battlefield gets
Indian banks and fintech firms face growing AI-powered cyber threats. Attackers use AI to find vulnerabilities faster than before. Financial institutions are deploying AI to detect and respond to these evolving threats. This creates a new cybersecurity arms race for the sector. Banks must also manage new risks from AI agents accessing sensitive data.
Anthropic says it blocked misuse of its AI that could have supported biological weapons
"The cases we share here aren't typical misuse, but rather examples of the most notable and novel threat activity we've identified to date," Anthropic said in its third report since March 2025 describing AI misuse. The report includes snippets of the malicious code and AI prompts Anthropic said it found, and urges governments and AI competitors to identify and prevent similar abuse.
AI agent-led threats to rise multifold in next few years
AI agent-related threats could surge three to fourfold over the next 18 months, Shivaprakash Abburu, cybersecurity partner at EY India, told ET. He pointed out the bigger issue is companies are trying to protect their AI systems with the same security tools being used for traditional cyber threats.
Russian-speaking cybercriminals used SpaceX's Cursor AI tool to hack seven companies
Russian-speaking hackers exploited SpaceX's AI coding assistant, Cursor, for company intrusions. This AI-boosted hacking spree targeted at least seven firms earlier this year. The cybercriminals tricked the AI into performing malicious operations by claiming it was a simulation. Gambit Security's report detailed these AI-assisted cyberattacks and their methods.
Case registered over AI-generated obscene deep fake videos of Telugu actor Chiranjeevi
In the complaint, the actor stated that the websites have hosted, published and are distributing AI-generated and morphed videos using his name, likeness, and image, falsely depicting him in obscene acts.
Microsoft offers to boost European governments' cybersecurity for free
After a surge in cyberattacks in Europe, many linked to state-sponsored actors from China, Iran, North Korea and Russia, the programme aims to boost intelligence-sharing on AI-based threats and help to prevent and disrupt attacks.
Only 7% of organisations in India ready for cyber threats: Cisco report
Cisco's report reveals a concerning lack of cybersecurity readiness in India, with only 7% of organizations adequately prepared for AI-driven threats. Despite 9 in 10 organizations facing AI-related security incidents, employee understanding remains limited. A significant skills shortage and unrestricted access to public Gen AI tools further exacerbate vulnerabilities, highlighting the urgent need for improved cybersecurity measures and investment.
Not all AI apps are safe; tech prone to attacks: Cyber advisory
In its advisory, the Computer Emergency Response Team of India (CERT-In), the national technology arm to guard the Indian Internet space and combat cyberattacks, has underlined "vulnerabilities" in AI design, training and interaction mechanism.
White House launches AI-based contest to secure government systems from hacks
Numerous US organizations, from healthcare groups to manufacturing firms and government institutions, have been hacking targets in recent years, and officials have warned of future threats, especially from foreign adversaries.
AI being used for hacking and misinfo, top Canadian cyber official says
In an interview this week, Canadian Centre for Cyber Security Head Sami Khoury said that his agency had seen AI being used "in phishing emails, or crafting emails in a more focused way, in malicious code (and) in misinformation and disinformation."
Getting AI innovation right requires policy framework ensuring accountability, trust: Google
The blog post titled, 'A policy agenda for responsible AI progress: Opportunity, Responsibility, Security' said calls for a halt to technological advances are unlikely to be successful or effective, and risk missing out on AI's substantial benefits and falling behind those who embrace its potential.
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