Report 16 Jul 2025

Is Agentic AI in Cybersecurity a Defender or a Threat? - InBrief Analysis - Worldwide

PAC considers that the emergence of agentic AI marks a significant shift in both the defensive and offensive dimensions of cybersecurity. Agentic AI represents both a necessary evolution of cybersecurity capability and a potential systemic risk if left unregulated or poorly integrated. 

 

Contents:

Management Summary

Understanding the Role of Agentic AI to Defend Against Threats

  • Autonomous defence in cybersecurity operations
  • The role of orchestration in agentic cybersecurity
  • Governance, oversight, and strategic impact

Understanding the Threat of Agentic AI in the Hands of Adversaries

  • The emergence of autonomous threat actors
  • Adaptive techniques and evasive capabilities
  • Strategic implications for enterprise risk

PAC’s Recommendations

  • Recommendations for IT providers
  • Recommendations for IT users