Software vulnerabilities stories

Aug 26, 2026

Core Lightning warns node operators of vulnerabilities, urges offline mode pending patch

Core Lightning issued an emergency warning after AI-generated bug reports identified real vulnerabilities in the Bitcoin Lightning Network software. Developers told operators to run nodes offline or upgrade to a forthcoming release, with vulnerability details under a two-week embargo.

Aug 26, 20268 sources

Jun 9, 2026

Anthropic's Claude AI Can Convert Software Patches Into Exploits Within Hours

Anthropic published research showing its Claude Mythos Preview model can turn public software patches into working exploits within hours, a process that previously required specialized expertise and significantly more time.

Jun 9, 20261 source