Rapid Expansion of AI and Hybrid Cloud Technologies Overwhelms Security Safeguards, According to Tenable
The Tenable "State of Cloud and AI Security 2025" report, based on a survey of over 1,000 security and IT professionals worldwide, has shed light on the growing security challenges faced by organisations as they adopt AI and cloud technologies.
According to the report, the shift towards hybrid and multi-cloud systems is creating fragmented security systems, leading to critical gaps in visibility and monitoring. This fragmentation can result in inconsistent identity governance, weaknesses in risk monitoring, and disjointed visibility for security teams. Inconsistent governance and excessive permissions are regularly cited as drivers of cloud breaches, according to the report.
The risks of standing still are growing by the day, as per Jim Reavis, co-founder and CEO of the Cloud Security Alliance. He emphasized the need for dynamic, future-proof defenses that can keep pace with the rapid advances in both cloud and AI. The report stated that identity has become one of the biggest sources of weakness in the AI environment.
The report also highlighted that more than half of organisations are deploying AI for business needs, with 82% of businesses now operating in hybrid environments. On average, these businesses manage 2.7 cloud environments, and 63% of them use more than one cloud provider.
To address these security challenges, the Tenable One exposure management platform has been expanded with the launch of the AI Exposure solution. This solution is designed to help manage and control security risks emerging from generative AI, aiding organisations in building adaptive, future-ready defenses.
The risks associated with AI-driven workloads and hybrid cloud environments have increased complexity and security risks for organisations worldwide, contributing to security gaps. However, the report does not name specific companies associated with generative artificial intelligence that have already caused cloud data breaches. Instead, it highlights these risks and encourages organisations to rethink their approach and build adaptive, future-ready defenses.
In conclusion, the Tenable "State of Cloud and AI Security 2025" report underscores the importance of adapting to the rapidly evolving landscape of cloud and AI technologies to ensure robust security measures are in place. Organisations must be proactive in addressing the security challenges posed by these technologies to protect their data and maintain business continuity.
