Anthropic’s cybersecurity-focused AI model Claude Mythos has triggered global concern across governments and industries due to its advanced capabilities and potential misuse risks.
Following a month of testing under Project Glasswing with select partner organisations, India has now joined global efforts to evaluate the model’s security strengths and vulnerabilities.
According to a Bloomberg report, major Indian IT firms including Infosys and Tata Consultancy Services are expected to gain access to Mythos Preview. These companies will test their systems to identify potential cybersecurity threats and software vulnerabilities.
Infosys is reportedly exploring how Mythos can help identify security fixes within its widely used banking platform Finacle.
India’s cybersecurity agency, CERT-In, will also evaluate critical digital infrastructure, including Aadhaar systems and government login platforms, to detect possible security loopholes.
However, reports suggest that many organisations currently do not have direct access to Mythos. Instead, they are using Claude Opus 4.7 to simulate vulnerability detection and patching processes. Earlier, Mythos access was limited to over 50 organisations worldwide, including governments and major tech companies.
Anthropic has reportedly identified over 23,000 vulnerabilities and more than 10,000 critical flaws during early testing phases conducted with firms like Cloudflare and Mozilla.
India plays a major role in global banking and digital services, while also operating large-scale infrastructure systems such as Aadhaar, which serves over 1.4 billion citizens. This makes cybersecurity preparedness a national priority.
According to reports, India is in discussions with US authorities to secure controlled access to Mythos in a protected testing environment. A dedicated facility is expected to be set up, with selected sectors and experts involved in evaluating risks and performance.
US Ambassador Sergio Gor noted that India has requested access to multiple advanced systems, and discussions are ongoing as part of a trusted technology partnership.
Since the introduction of Mythos Preview, several countries have advised banks and financial institutions to strengthen cybersecurity frameworks and conduct continuous vulnerability assessments.
Earlier, India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman also held discussions with banking leaders, urging stronger safeguards against emerging AI-driven cyber threats.
With India now joining Mythos testing efforts, experts believe it could significantly enhance the country’s understanding of AI-driven cybersecurity risks and help strengthen its digital defense systems.
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