Frontier AI: Vulnerability Management's Systemic Revolution

This article discusses how the rapid advancements in Frontier AI models, like those developed by Anthropic, are forcing vulnerability management programs to undergo a significant transformation. Traditional vulnerability scoring systems (CVSS, EPSS, KEV) are no longer sufficient, and organizations need to build a robust exposure management function to prioritize remediation based on exploitability and business impact. Patch management teams also need to dramatically increase their patching velocity and proactively address potential disruptions to uptime. The article emphasizes the need for a collaborative approach between vulnerability and patch management, and encourages organizations to proactively address these changes before a surge in cybersecurity incidents.