Daybreak (cyber defense)
Limited Access
OpenAI
Overview
OpenAI's cyber-defense program, offering purpose-trained security models to vetted defenders, government agencies and enterprises under a tiered 'Trusted Access for Cyber' governance framework. Expanded Aug 10, 2026 into two access tiers (Blue for defensive workflows, Red for authorized offensive/penetration testing) alongside a new GPT-5.6-Cyber model.
Live since May 12, 2026 (Daybreak Blue/Red), expanded Aug 10, 2026 with GPT-5.6-Cyber. GPT-6 Astra launched first to Daybreak customers on September 3, 2026, with its most advanced offensive cyber tools remaining limited to trusted defenders under Daybreak Blue.