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Google Vertex AI flaw could expose cloud data, researchers say
Researchers say a Google Cloud Vertex AI flaw could let an attacker abuse AI agent permissions to reach customer data and restricted internal repositories. Google has updated guidance and urged least-privilege controls.
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NIST center issues RFI seeking input on security for autonomous AI agents
A Request for Information from NIST’s CAISI asked for input on secure practices for autonomous AI agents on Jan. 8, focusing on novel risks, assessment methods, and deployment constraints as agencies push toward operational standards.
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AI agents flagged as new insider threat in 2026 by Palo Alto report
A Palo Alto Networks predictions report warns AI agents are a new insider threat in 2026 as Gartner forecasts 40 percent of enterprise apps will adopt task specific agents. The report highlights privilege risk, prompt injection and defensive uses.



