AI-Powered Attacks Are Speeding Up: Why Defenders Are Turning to AI Agents

AI-powered cyberattacks are arriving faster and in greater volume, according to Nick Schneider, CEO and president of security firm Arctic Wolf. His view is that the only realistic way for defenders to keep pace is to use AI agents on the defensive side.

Schneider also commented on the risk factors in Anthropic's draft IPO filing, which warns that AI systems could cause serious harm. The discussion points to a broader tension: the same technology that can strengthen security also introduces new risks of its own.

He also outlined the questions companies should ask before deploying AI agents. These include what data the agents can access and how they are controlled. For businesses considering AI tools, those questions are a practical starting point for managing risk before any rollout.