The Linux Foundation has launched a new initiative using Anthropic's Claude Mythos preview for defensive cybersecurity in open source software. Partners include AWS, Apple, Broadcom, Cisco, CrowdStrike, Google, JPMorgan, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Palo Alto Networks. The effort aims to secure critical software amid the rise of AI for open source maintainers.
The Linux Foundation announced the initiative on April 7 to address security challenges for open source maintainers. It partners with Anthropic to deploy powerful AI cybersecurity tools directly to those maintaining the world's infrastructure software. The Linux Foundation stated it is 'putting Claude Mythos preview to work for defensive security purposes.'