The story could be "Bagatelle" by John Varley. It is in his "Barbie Murders" collection of short stories and novelettes (also called "picnic on near side"). But I am not sure it is the one you are after because I do not remember details. It does take place on the moon. In bagatelle, the bomb is sentient with an organic brain. Also it was published in 1976 which is a bit early for the date you give. But it might have been republished.
I highly recommend anything by John Varley. An excellent author, with some style, and a very original and realistic world. With a very personnal sense of humor as I recall. I did not realize it, but he seems very under-read for his quality of work. Has been a favorite of mine for a long time.
The full text of Bagatelle is available on Internet Archive. Even if it is not what you look for, it is worth reading.
Buy the books too, hopefully he will write more.
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