Agent AI is Coming. Are You Ready?
Summary
A new report from Orchid Security reveals that 'identity dark matter,' or unmanaged identity elements, now constitutes 57% of an enterprise's identity landscape, surpassing visible and managed elements. This trend is particularly concerning as businesses increasingly adopt Agent AI, which relies heavily on identity for secure operation.
IFF Assessment
The article highlights a growing security risk due to unmanaged identity elements, which could be exploited by advanced AI agents or traditional attackers.
Defender Context
Defenders need to be aware of the increasing complexity of identity management as AI adoption grows, focusing on identifying and securing 'identity dark matter.' This trend suggests a need for more robust identity discovery and governance tools to prevent potential security gaps that AI agents could exploit or be exploited through.