AI and deepfakes are proving to be a security nightmare for businesses everywhere (www.techradar.com)

A recent report by Thales highlights that 61% of businesses consider AI their top data security risk, driven primarily by challenges in access control and management. As enterprises increasingly integrate AI into their operations, they often grant these tools broad and automated access, treating them as trusted insiders while overlooking the potential dangers. This lack of rigor allows AI and deepfake technologies to be exploited, with nearly 60% of organizations reporting incidents involving deepfake-driven attacks, where fraudsters use AI-generated content to impersonate individuals and manipulate targets. The implications for the AI/ML community are significant, as businesses struggle to keep pace with rapidly evolving threats. The report reveals that 48% of organizations have suffered reputational damage linked to AI-driven misinformation, yet a majority still rely on traditional security measures designed for human users. This disconnect presents a critical challenge, as automated systems present new vulnerabilities that can be exploited at speeds incomparable to human threats. Experts like Sebastien Cano from Thales emphasize the urgent need for more robust identity governance and security budgets focused on AI to mitigate these evolving risks effectively.