[Bug] Anthropic API Error: Claude 5 Safeguards Flagging Legitimate Cybersecurity Work
Status Open
Reported on v2.1.281
Maintainer reply None cached
Activity 0 comments · opened Sep 23, 2026
Bug Description
I've got this API error while working. What is wrong?
API Error: Sonnet 5'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: https://support.claude.com/en/articles/14604842-real-time-cyber-safeguards-on-claude
Details: [cyber]
Request ID: req_011CfMDSqVpf6uBxNaZDAEhJ
Environment Info
- Platform: win32
- Terminal: null
- Version: 2.1.281
- Feedback ID: dd80c897-3f93-4515-9678-d1a2add5704a
Errors
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