RSAC 2026 Wrap-Up: AI Agents Emerge as Key Security Risk and Defense
The 35th edition of the RSAC Conference concluded in 2026, bringing together a diverse mix of security practitioners, researchers, and vendors. The dominant theme of the event was the rapid rise of AI agents, which captured significant attention not only as powerful defensive tools but also as emerging risks that many organizations have yet to fully address. Tony Anscombe, Chief Security Evangelist at ESET, provided an on-the-ground analysis of the week's trends, highlighting the urgent need for businesses to understand the dual nature of AI in cybersecurity. ESET itself had a strong presence at the conference, delivering a record six talks and engaging with attendees at their booth. The event underscored the industry's growing concern regarding the preparedness of enterprises against AI-driven threats, while simultaneously showcasing innovative defensive strategies. This wrap-up serves as a critical overview of the current state of cybersecurity, emphasizing the pivotal role AI now plays in both protecting and threatening digital infrastructures globally.
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RSAC 2026 Wrap-Up: AI Agents Emerge as Key Security Risk and Defense
The 35th edition of the RSAC Conference concluded in 2026, bringing together a diverse mix of security practitioners, researchers, and vendors. The dominant theme of the event was the rapid rise of AI agents, which captured significant attention not only as powerful defensive tools but also as emerging risks that many organizations have yet to fully address. Tony Anscombe, Chief Security Evangelist at ESET, provided an on-the-ground analysis of the week's trends, highlighting the urgent need for businesses to understand the dual nature of AI in cybersecurity. ESET itself had a strong presence at the conference, delivering a record six talks and engaging with attendees at their booth. The event underscored the industry's growing concern regarding the preparedness of enterprises against AI-driven threats, while simultaneously showcasing innovative defensive strategies. This wrap-up serves as a critical overview of the current state of cybersecurity, emphasizing the pivotal role AI now plays in both protecting and threatening digital infrastructures globally.
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