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Cisco Uses AI to Scan 1.8 Billion Code Lines in Two Months

Cisco has completed an artificial intelligence-driven review of 1.8 billion lines of software code over an eight-week period.

Opal Keller

July 7, 20261 min read

AI Code Analysis - illustration, Jake Team LLC
AI Code Analysis - illustration, Jake Team LLC

Cisco has utilized artificial intelligence to examine a massive volume of software code, processing 1.8 billion lines over a span of eight weeks. The initiative highlights the company's integration of automated tools into its software development and security workflows.

The scale of the operation involves nearly two billion distinct lines of code. This extensive review was conducted within a two-month timeframe, demonstrating the speed at which AI systems can analyze complex digital infrastructure compared to traditional manual methods.

The specific outcomes of the scan, such as the number of vulnerabilities identified or the types of code affected, are not yet clear. Details regarding which specific product lines or internal projects were included in this audit have not been disclosed.

Cisco's approach to leveraging AI for code analysis reflects a broader industry trend toward automating routine technical tasks. The company has not provided further information on the methodology used or the specific results of the review.

No additional details about the scope, the specific AI models employed, or the subsequent actions taken based on the findings were provided in the initial report. Further information on the long-term implications of this project remains unavailable.

Cisco employs about 2,000 people in Richardson, according to local government records.

Source: CNBC.

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https://www.cnbc.com/advertorial/2026/07/06/cisco-scans-1point8-billion-lines-of-code-with-ai-in-eight-weeks.html

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Opal Keller

Opal Keller reports on local business, new openings, and economic development in Richardson.

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