THE State of AI Cybersecurity 2026

AI has made its way into every facet of the cybersecurity paradigm. Enterprise AI adoption has drastically changed the attack surface. Attackers have been quick to manipulate it to achieve their goals.

But it is also supercharging the defensive toolkits security teams rely on.

Explore the data behind how cybersecurity teams are navigating these rapid and monumental technology shifts – and learn how you can stay ahead.

Discover why:
  • 87% of security leaders say AI is significantly increasing the number of threats that require attention
  • 92% are concerned with the security implications of the use of AI agents across their workforce
  • 96% say defensive AI significantly improves their security capabilities

Get the insights

Contents

AI is changing everything

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Contents

AI is changing everything

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Chapter 1/5

The Attack Surface

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Gen AI tools are everywhere now – learn what’s making security 
professionals most worried

92%

are concerned about the use of AI agents across the workforce and their impact on security

Chapter 2/5

The Threat Landscape

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AI-powered threats are already having an impact – discover the top concerns

87%

agree AI is significantly increasing the sophistication and success rate of malware

Chapter 3/5

Cybersecurity Operations

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AI is now ubiquitous in the security stack – but do CISOs trust it?

77%

of security stacks now make use of Gen AI

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Cybersecurity Tools

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Everyone’s adding AI tools –see where CISOs are focusing their spend

96%

agree that AI significantly improves the speed and efficiency with which they work

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The Future (Conclusion)

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Defining your path forward in the age of AI.

The essential AI cybersecurity platform

Defend intelligently

with AI that learns from – and adapts to – your unique environment

Defend at speed

isolating and stopping attacks faster, without disrupting the business

Defend across boundaries

increasing visibility beyond business silos and tracking threats across domains

Defend with ease

automating and prioritizing the security tasks that matter most

Discover the State of AI Cybersecurity 2026

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