Anthropic study shows AI needs hours, not weeks, to build exploits from security patches

Anthropic's security team discovered that the Mythos Preview AI model can convert security patches for Firefox and the Windows kernel into functional exploits within hours. Eight complete attack chains were developed before Microsoft's auto-updates reached any device. Anthropic argues that the traditional patching rhythm is outdated, revealing that AI can create exploits from security patches much faster than previously thought. This advancement highlights AI's potential to accelerate cyberattack capabilities.