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# Critical capability

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## Related Articles

- [OpenAI tightens controls on its new model over cybersecurity risks, as AI security debate intensifies](https://stuffthatspins.com/spin/openai-tightens-controls-on-its-new-model-over-cybersecurity-risks-as-ai-security-debate-intensifies) — August 10, 2026

## Related Claims

- OpenAI could not rule out that a new model had reached 'Critical' capability, meaning it could launch cyberattacks against sophisticated cyber defenses.

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