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Agentic AI Emerges as Primary Cyber Target in 2026

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In 2026, agentic AI is identified as the leading attack vector for cybercriminals and nation-state threats, with nearly half of respondents in a Dark Reading poll believing it will be the top target by year's end. The rapid adoption of agentic AI in enterprises, combined with concerns over insecure code and shadow AI, exacerbates the risk. Experts warn that the expanded attack surface, due to the autonomy and access levels of AI agents, poses significant security challenges. Additionally, deepfakes are becoming a mainstream tactic for targeting high-profile entities, and boards are recognizing cyber-risk as a Tier 1 operational priority.

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  1. 30.01.2026 23:16 1 articles · 23h ago

    Agentic AI Identified as Primary Cyber Target in 2026

    A Dark Reading poll reveals that nearly half of respondents believe agentic AI will be the top attack vector for cybercriminals and nation-state threats by the end of 2026. The rapid adoption of agentic AI in enterprises, combined with concerns over insecure code and shadow AI, exacerbates the risk. Experts warn that the expanded attack surface, due to the autonomy and access levels of AI agents, poses significant security challenges.

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