are concerned about the use of AI agents across the workforce and their impact on security
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
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Contents
AI is changing everything
Chapter 1/5
The Attack Surface
Gen AI tools are everywhere now – learn what’s making security professionals most worried
92%
Chapter 2/5
The Threat Landscape
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 Tools
AI is now ubiquitous in the security stack – but do CISOs trust it?
77%
of security stacks now make use of Gen AI
Chapter 4/5
Cybersecurity Operations
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
Chapter 5/5
The Future (Conclusion)
Defining your path forward in the age of AI.
96%
agree that AI significantly improves the speed and efficiency with which they work
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
