Telcos step up vendor checks as Anthropic’s ‘Mythos’ flags new cyber risks

The emergence of advanced AI systems such as Claude Mythos from Anthropic is prompting telecom operators to reassess cybersecurity preparedness, as these tools uncover software vulnerabilities that traditional systems often miss, senior executives indicated.

Bharti Airtel’s Chief Technology Officer Randeep Sekhon said the company is in discussions with suppliers to assess what needs fixing in light of these AI-driven insights.