AI Security: Back to Basics, Not New Tech

The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence is creating new cybersecurity challenges, but experts say the solution doesn't require brand-new technology. Instead, a radical reassessment of fundamental security principles is needed. Many organizations are facing blind spots due to AI models linking to business data and the rise of "Shadow AI." However, the market is now adopting a more mature approach to AI. The focus is shifting from just detecting threats to facilitating business operations securely. Edwin Weijdema of Veeam notes that fundamental security rules, like least privilege and secure by design, remain the same, similar to past shifts like cloud adoption. He warns against rolling out AI without considering security or access. Rob Sanders of Okta emphasizes "back to basics" cyber hygiene, especially for autonomous AI agents. He says access rights must be revoked immediately when an agent is no longer in use to prevent misuse. The bottom line is that strong, basic cyber hygiene and a return to fundamental security principles are crucial for managing AI risks.