Radware 2026: AI Adoption Outpaces Security Measures

Organizations are rapidly adopting AI technologies, but they are lagging in implementing necessary security measures to protect them. The 2026 Cyber Survey from Radware shows that 83% of organizations are using generative AI or large language models. However, only 17% have complete visibility over these AI-driven processes. What's interesting is that this rapid adoption is happening while threat actors are increasingly exploiting vulnerabilities. This has led to a rise in application-layer attacks. In fact, 71% of organizations report monthly DDoS incidents. The findings stress the urgent need for enhanced visibility and coordinated security across AI, applications, and APIs. This is crucial for addressing sophisticated threats effectively. The bottom line is that businesses need to prioritize security as AI integration grows, or they risk significant vulnerabilities.