The NHS England agency has decided to modify its software transparency policy. The reason is the growing concern over artificial intelligence security. According to internal sources, the emergence of models capable of hacking systems, such as the so-called Mythos, has led to hiding and restricting access to part of the code developed with public funds to protect critical infrastructures.
The dilemma of open source versus digital security 🔒
The original rules required that all software funded with public money be publicly accessible. However, the arrival of Mythos has changed the landscape. This AI model can exploit vulnerabilities in operating systems and databases with high efficiency. Keeping the code open made it easier for potential attackers. The NHS England decision aims to close that door, prioritizing patient data security over total transparency.
Mythos: the AI that drove bureaucrats crazy 🤖
It turns out the solution to prevent an evil AI from using our code is... to hide it under the digital rug. Because we all know that advanced systems can't read files with restricted permissions, right? Meanwhile, developers pray that Mythos didn't make a backup before the policy change. After all, the best defense against a hacker with AI is a firewall of blind trust.