If you are building an application on top of a large language model, the OWASP LLM Top 10 is the most important security framework you are probably ignoring.
OWASP — the Open Worldwide Application Security Project — released its LLM Top 10 specifically because traditional application security frameworks do not cover the unique attack surfaces that LLM-based systems introduce. This post breaks down all 10 risks with real-world examples so you know exactly what to look for in your codebase.
Why OWASP LLM Top 10 Matters Now More Than Ever
The EU AI Act Article 15 requires AI systems to be resilient against adversarial attacks and manipulation. The OWASP LLM Top 10 is the practical framework that maps directly to those requirements. Regulators and compliance officers are increasingly referencing it as the standard for AI-specific cybersecurity evidence.
If your codebase gets audited for EU AI Act conformity, OWASP LLM findings will be part of the report.
