Your Next Insider Threat Won’t Be Human: The Risks Of Agentic AI

Morey Haber, a Forbes Councils member, warns that agentic AI systems, which autonomously execute tasks with minimal human oversight, are emerging as a new class of insider threat that enterprises must address by redefining security perimeters around identities, privileges, and automated systems. The article highlights that these AI agents, if compromised or misconfigured, could access sensitive data and systems, posing risks that traditional security measures may not fully mitigate. Haber emphasizes the need for organizations to adapt their security strategies to account for the unique behaviors and access patterns of agentic AI, including monitoring and controlling their actions to prevent potential breaches.