AI capabilities are being adopted significantly in cybersecurity, with 43% of US cyber decision-makers using AI extensively in their programs. This adoption has elevated CISOs’ involvement in strategic technology investment discussions, highlighting AI’s growing influence in security leadership.
Despite this progress, AI has not revolutionized cybersecurity entirely but is gradually influencing how security teams operate. The rapid pace AI brings affects both threat actors and defenders, making fundamental security practices like provisioning, permissions, and network segmentation more critical than ever. Errors in these areas are amplified due to AI.
Mature organizations that have invested in security over time are leveraging AI tools to achieve efficiencies, while those with weaker security postures remain vulnerable. The use of AI by attackers to automate phishing, scanning, and deepfakes exacerbates the divide between prepared and unprepared organizations, underscoring the importance of disciplined security fundamentals and continuous investment.
👉 Pročitaj original: CIO Magazine
