CNBC
OpenAI tightens controls on its new model over cybersecurity risks, as AI security debate intensifies
Monday, August 10, 2026
OpenAI said it cannot rule out that a new model has reached "Critical" capability, which the company defines as the ability to launch cyberattacks against sophisticated cyber defenses. OpenAI implemented additional controls on the model in response. The company did not specify which model or when the capability assessment occurred.
Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/10/openai-astra-cybersecurity-risks.html
