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OpenAI Launches GPT-5.6-Cyber with Reduced Safeguards for Exploit Development

The Hacker NewsPublished Aug 11, 2026

OpenAI launched GPT-5.6-Cyber, a new AI model specialized for cybersecurity tasks like vulnerability research and exploit development, accessible via its Daybreak Red tier. The model shows significant improvements in handling advanced cyber scenarios compared to previous versions.

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