Cybersecurity AI Use Jumps, but Maturity and Governance Lag
Barracuda Networks, Monday, July 20th, 2026
Barracuda cites a SANS survey showing rapid AI adoption in security but lagging maturity and governance.
Barracuda summarizes a SANS Institute survey finding that cybersecurity teams are rapidly adopting AI as AI-enabled attacks increase.
Despite fast adoption, the survey reveals persistent gaps in maturity, detection capabilities, and governance.
The post argues that organizations need stronger frameworks and oversight to use AI effectively and safely in their security operations rather than deploying it ad hoc.