[Bug] Anthropic API Error: Safety Filter Blocking Legitimate Cybersecurity Work

Status Open
Reported on v2.1.220
Maintainer reply None cached
Activity 0 comments · opened Aug 17, 2026

Bug Description
● API Error: Opus 4.8's safeguards flagged this message. Our intentionally broad safeguards allow us to deliver more capabilities faster, but can sometimes flag legitimate cybersecurity work. Apply to the Cyber Verification Program to reduce these interruptions. Send feedback with /feedback or learn more: this is show now

Environment Info

  • Platform: win32
  • Terminal: vscode
  • Version: 2.1.220
  • Feedback ID: 82bc8388-da2f-4d70-acfc-f24b0e578a20

Errors

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