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Anthropic puts the “myth” in Mythos with its HackerOne bug bounty program
Anthropic, the AI safety company behind the Claude model, has announced a public bug bounty program in collaboration with HackerOne. The program invites security researchers worldwide to probe Anthropic's AI systems, including its Mythos family of models, for vulnerabilities. This move mirrors similar initiatives by other major AI labs like OpenAI and Google, and signals Anthropic's commitment to transparency and security. By leveraging the hacker community, Anthropic aims to identify and patch flaws before they can be exploited maliciously, a critical step as AI systems become more integrated into real-world applications. The bounty rewards vary based on severity, with higher payouts for critical vulnerabilities. This program not only enhances security but also builds trust with users and regulators, positioning Anthropic as a leader in responsible AI deployment.
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Published 10 May 2026, 13:45 UTC1 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Anthropic partners with HackerOne for a public bug bounty program.
- The program covers Anthropic's AI models, including the Mythos family.
- Researchers are rewarded based on severity of discovered vulnerabilities.
- This move follows similar programs by OpenAI and Google.
- Aims to improve AI security and build user trust.
- Public access invites a wide range of security talent.
Interesting facts
- The program is named after 'Mythos', one of Anthropic's model families, playing on the word 'myth'.
- HackerOne is a familiar platform, but this is Anthropic's first public bug bounty.