When "Who Are You?’ Is No Longer Enough: The Case for Intent-Based Access Control in the Age of AI Agents
The article reflects on a discussion with a CISO from a major retail company about a significant security incident that occurred six months prior. Despite no stolen credentials, malware, or firewall breaches, the critical reconciliation process failed, attracting regulatory attention. The root cause was an AI-powered automation agent that had been properly granted access, highlighting the complexities and potential risks of relying on AI in security processes.
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