security-threat-taxonomy

Classify and prioritize agentic AI threats using the YVYC Threat Taxonomy.

6|1|Updated Mar 5, 2026

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Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/Forexgod21/YVYC-Claude-Skills --skill security-threat-taxonomy

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: security-threat-taxonomy
Source: https://github.com/Forexgod21/YVYC-Claude-Skills/tree/main/agentic/security-threat-taxonomy
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Forexgod21/YVYC-Claude-Skills --skill security-threat-taxonomy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Threat modeling for agentic AI systems is complex and poorly covered by traditional security tools. This skill provides a structured framework to identify, classify, and prioritize agentic threats using the YVYC taxonomy. It helps security teams quickly generate actionable threat profiles for governance and mitigation.

Core Features & Use Cases

Threat surface mapping across prompts, inter-agent communication, external interfaces, and data stores.
Classification and prioritization of threats using the YVYC Agentic Threat Taxonomy with Category A-E coverage.
Use Case: Rapidly produce a Threat Register for an agentic pipeline and align mitigations with governance controls.

Quick Start

Install this SKILL.md in your Claude skills directory and activate when you need to threat model an agentic AI system.

Frequently Asked Questions about security-threat-taxonomy

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

What is agentic AI threat modeling and how does the YVYC taxonomy classify threats?▼

Agentic AI threat modeling identifies and classifies security threats specific to autonomous AI systems. The YVYC taxonomy categorizes threats across attack surfaces like prompts and inter-agent communication into Categories A-E for structured risk assessment.

How do I map the attack surface for an agentic AI pipeline?▼

To map the attack surface for an agentic AI pipeline, evaluate prompts, inter-agent communication, external interfaces, and data storage. This process generates a structured threat assessment with an attack surface map and a prioritized threat register.

Can I use this threat classification framework for AI governance and risk management?▼

Yes, this threat classification framework supports AI governance and risk management by performing control gap analysis. It outputs practical response recommendations that align identified agentic threats with required governance controls.

What is the best way to prioritize security threats for autonomous AI agents?▼

The best way to prioritize security threats for autonomous AI agents is applying the YVYC taxonomy to evaluate manipulation vectors and failure modes. This generates a prioritized threat register highlighting critical control gaps across the agentic pipeline.

Do I need specific security tools to perform an agentic threat assessment?▼

No specific external security tools are required to perform an agentic threat assessment. The framework operates independently to analyze attack surfaces and generate practical response recommendations without external dependencies.

Why does traditional threat modeling not work well for agentic AI systems?▼

Traditional threat modeling is poorly suited for agentic AI systems because it fails to cover unique manipulation vectors and failure modes in inter-agent communication. The YVYC taxonomy provides a specialized framework for this specific governance challenge.