The European Patent Office (EPO) has granted patent EP4498271B1, titled "Breach prediction via machine learning," on March 18, 2026. This patent covers novel methods for predicting security breaches using machine learning techniques, classified under IPC codes G06F 21/55, G06F 21/57, G06N 20/00, and H04L 9/40. The designated states include a broad range of European countries.

This patent grant signifies a new intellectual property right for the inventors and their associated entities. While not a regulatory rule imposing obligations on companies, it highlights technological advancements in AI-driven cybersecurity. Companies operating in the EU and developing or utilizing similar machine learning technologies for breach prediction should be aware of this granted patent as it may impact their freedom to operate or require licensing considerations.