Chinese cybersecurity firm 360 Digital Security Group has unveiled an AI-driven "Vulnerability Discovery Agent" that has identified nearly 1,000 previously unknown software vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities were found in widely used products, including Microsoft Office and the open-source AI framework OpenClaw. The development marks a significant advancement in AI's role in cybersecurity, transitioning from a supportive tool to a central component in vulnerability detection. The announcement, highlighted in a report by Eugenio Benincasa from ETH Zurich's Center for Security Research, suggests that 360 is positioning itself as a competitor to Anthropic's Mythos. Earlier this year, 360 also introduced an AI tool designed to expedite the creation of exploit chains, essential for system compromises. This move underscores 360's strategic focus on leveraging AI to enhance cybersecurity capabilities.