Bruce Schneier discusses a recent update from Anthropic regarding the evolving capabilities of AI models in cyberattacks. Current models, specifically Claude Sonnet 4.5, have demonstrated the ability to execute complex, multistage attacks on large networks using only standard, open-source penetration testing tools. This marks a shift from previous generations that required specialized, custom toolkits to achieve similar results.
A significant highlight is the model's ability to autonomously exploit publicized CVEs, such as the one responsible for the Equifax breach, by writing exploitation code instantly without external lookups. Schneier emphasizes that the rapid acceleration of automatic exploitation necessitates a fundamental change in cybersecurity defense strategies, moving beyond traditional patching timelines to more proactive, machine-speed responses.
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