Scoop: NSA using Anthropic's Mythos despite Defense Department blacklist
Summary
The U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) is using Anthropic's advanced AI model called Mythos Preview, even though the Department of Defense (DoD) has warned that Anthropic poses a risk to the supply chain. The DoD has tried to cut off Anthropic, but the NSA and other agencies still rely on its tools to help with cybersecurity.Key Facts
- The NSA uses Anthropic's Mythos Preview AI model despite DoD concerns about security risks.
- The Department of Defense considers Anthropic a "supply chain risk" and has tried to restrict its use.
- Anthropic's Mythos access is limited to about 40 organizations due to its powerful cyber capabilities.
- The NSA is believed to be one of the organizations with access, though it was not officially named.
- The AI model is mainly used to scan for security weaknesses in systems.
- The UK’s intelligence agencies also have access to Mythos through their AI Security Institute.
- Anthropic’s CEO recently met with top White House officials to discuss government use and security of Mythos.
- The Department of Defense and Anthropic have disagreed over contract terms and ethical limits on using AI.
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