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Evening Metaverse
A recent update for Firefox on Windows introduced a bug that could prevent the browser from starting. This issue has now been addressed, allowing users to update without the risk of their browser becoming unusable.
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NVIDIA and Google Cloud are partnering to advance agentic and physical AI technologies. Separately, Mozilla utilized Anthropic's Mythos tool to identify and resolve 271 bugs within the Firefox browser.
'Defenders finally have a chance to win, decisively': Firefox CTO raves about Claude Mythos' bug hunting capabilities after it finds 271 vulnerabilities
Mozilla partnered with Anthropic to use an early version of Claude Mythos, an AI tool, in its bug hunting efforts for Firefox. The AI successfully identified 271 vulnerabilities, with Firefox CTO Bobby Holley stating that this technology gives defenders a significant advantage in finding zero-day exploits before they can be exploited.
Mozilla using Claude Mythos AI Preview to help fix major security issues in Firefox
Mozilla is utilizing Anthropic's Claude Mythos AI Preview, part of Project Glasswing, to identify and fix security vulnerabilities in Firefox. The AI has helped address 271 issues in the recent Firefox 150 release, though Mozilla notes it has not discovered vulnerabilities beyond the capabilities of elite human researchers.
Mozilla says it patched 271 Firefox vulnerabilities thanks to Anthropic's Claude Mythos
Mozilla has reported that its team successfully identified and patched 271 vulnerabilities in the Firefox browser using Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview AI model. The foundation stated that the AI has proven capable of finding all categories and complexities of vulnerabilities that humans can discover. This initiative highlights a positive application of AI in enhancing cybersecurity.
Morning Metaverse
Mozilla has released Firefox version 150.0, introducing an improved Split View feature and enhancements to its PDF editor. The update also includes several other new functionalities for users.
Firefox v149 is getting a free built-in VPN and other new features
Mozilla is releasing Firefox version 149 on March 24th, which will include a free built-in VPN with 50GB of data for users in the U.S., France, Germany, and the U.K. The update also introduces new features like Smart Window for AI-powered browsing assistance, Split View for side-by-side web pages, and Tab Notes for organizing browsing sessions. These additions aim to enhance user privacy and multitasking capabilities.
