Summary: Addressing AI Security Gaps
Organizations are rapidly adopting AI, but IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach Report 2025 reveals a troubling trend: security and governance are often overlooked. As a result, attackers are seizing the opportunity to exploit vulnerabilities.
Key Findings:
- 13% of organizations reported AI-related security incidents.
- 97% lacked proper AI access controls.
- Approximately 33% faced operational disruptions.
- Financial losses and reputational damage affected 23% and 17% of breached firms, respectively.
- Supply chain vulnerabilities, often from third-party vendors, emerged as a major risk.
The trend of shadow AI—unauthorized use of AI tools within organizations—poses additional threats, with 87% lacking governance strategies.
As AI continues to permeate business operations, prioritizing security is essential. IBM’s VP of Security, Suja Viswesan, emphasizes that neglecting AI oversight risks trust and control.
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