CISO Forum Tackles 'Shadow AI' and AI-Driven Threats in Mid-Year Review
A SecurityWeek CISO Forum webinar today will address the growing risks of unmonitored generative AI use ('Shadow AI') and strategies for defending against AI-powered cyberattacks.
Security leaders are convening today for the SecurityWeek CISO Forum's mid-year review webinar, focusing on the escalating challenges and critical updates shaping the 2026 cybersecurity landscape. A key theme of the discussion is the dual-edged nature of artificial intelligence in the current threat environment: how attackers are leveraging AI to scale their operations and how security teams can effectively counter these advanced threats with AI-driven defenses.
The webinar will delve into the pervasive issue of 'Shadow AI,' referring to the unmonitored and often unauthorized use of generative AI tools within business units. This uncontrolled adoption poses significant risks, including data leakage, intellectual property theft, and the introduction of insecure AI-generated content into corporate workflows. Experts will outline strategies for identifying these rogue AI deployments and implementing robust AI governance frameworks to manage and mitigate the associated risks.
One session, featuring Raaz Herzberg and Alon Schindel from Wiz, is titled "A Framework for a World Where AI Exploits Vulnerabilities Faster Than Ever." This discussion is expected to provide practical approaches for organizations to adapt their security postures in an era where AI can accelerate the discovery and exploitation of software weaknesses at an unprecedented pace.
A subsequent "Fireside Chat" will explore "Cybersecurity in the Mythos Era: Preparing People, Budgets, and Defenses for AI’s Next Wave." This panel, including Dan Lohrmann and Kendra Cooley, moderated by Brian "SchleiF" Schleifer, will likely address the broader implications of AI on security strategy, workforce training, and budget allocation, emphasizing the need for proactive preparation for future AI advancements.
Attendees are poised to gain actionable insights from industry experts on best practices for future-proofing their cybersecurity efforts. The forum aims to equip CISOs with the knowledge to navigate the complex intersection of evolving AI technology, policy, and security requirements.
The discussions come at a critical juncture as organizations grapple with the rapid integration of AI across various business functions. The potential for AI to both enhance productivity and introduce novel security vulnerabilities necessitates a strategic and informed approach to governance and defense.
By bringing together leading CISOs and security professionals, the CISO Forum provides a vital platform for sharing knowledge and developing collective strategies to address the most pressing security concerns of 2026, particularly those amplified by the accelerating capabilities of artificial intelligence.