OpenAI Launches New Initiative to Help Find and Patch Open Source Bugs

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OpenAI Launches New Initiative to Help Find and Patch Open Source Bugs
OpenAI has launched a new initiative designed to help developers identify and fix security vulnerabilities in open-source software. The program aims to strengthen cybersecurity by using artificial intelligence to detect bugs faster and assist the open-source community in patching critical weaknesses before they can be exploited. As cyberattacks become more sophisticated, this initiative could play a major role in protecting the software that powers websites, apps, and digital services around the world. Open Source Software Powers the Internet Many people use open-source software every day without realizing it. The websites we visit, the applications on our smartphones, and even major cloud services rely heavily on software created and maintained by open-source communities. Despite its importance, much of this software is maintained by small groups of volunteers or independent developers with limited resources. Security vulnerabilities can remain hidden for months or even years, creating …