wire / 2026-10-21-5f19
Frenos tests find three AI models reach near 90% success planning critical infrastructure attacks
Frenos ran the test so the attackers would not have to. Three of the ten models passed with honors.
The facts
Cybersecurity firm Frenos tested 10 advanced AI models for their ability to plan cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, such as water and electricity systems. Three models achieved nearly 90% success in generating attack plans, highlighting a growing risk that AI could be used to disrupt essential services.