# Blackpoint AI SOC Agent autonomously contains identity-based attacks

> Source: <https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/07/08/blackpoint-cyber-ai-soc-agent/>
> Published: 2026-07-08 13:32:54+00:00

Blackpoint Cyber has unveiled the generally available autonomous response capability, Blackpoint AI SOC Agent for identity threat detection and response (ITDR). Using an AI + human hybrid model, the AI SOC Agent acts on high-confidence threats targeting Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace accounts, enabling Blackpoint to contain credential-based attacks in less than two minutes on average and in as little as 21 seconds. The same large language models empowering defenders are being weaponized by attackers … [More ](https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/07/08/blackpoint-cyber-ai-soc-agent/)

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