If you're not using AI to attack your own systems, your adversaries will

As AI agents increasingly take on tasks traditionally performed by humans, including hacking, a new attack surface is emerging. Companies are now facing a surge in AI-enabled phishing, impersonation, and reconnaissance, making traditional security measures less reliable. Experts emphasize the need for organizations to treat AI agents as privileged identities and invest in ‘agentic red teaming’ – using AI to attack their own systems – to keep pace with rapidly evolving threats. The industry is adapting with new training programs and a shift in focus for pen testers, who must now understand business impact and specialize in testing AI systems.