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The State of AI in Cybersecurity

Transforming Cyber Defense in the Modern Era

By Joe Ariganello, Vice President Product Marketing, MixMode

As organizations navigate an increasingly complex and dynamic cybersecurity landscape, artificial
intelligence (AI) has become pivotal in fortifying defenses and combating evolving cyber threats.

With the rise and adoption of ChatGPT, one could argue that artificial intelligence is one of the most
important technologies of our time. AI is driving major technological and societal transformations and will
continue to revolutionize how businesses operate and how people work and live. While AI does pose
some risks, the tremendous benefits far outweigh the potential downside. Responsible development and
regulation of AI will allow enterprises to thrive in the modern era and an understanding of the possibilities
can be transformational.

To further understand the perception of AI with enterprise organizations, MixMode commissioned the
Ponemon Institute to survey cybersecurity professionals and gauge how AI is used for cybersecurity in
their organizations. The State of AI in Cybersecurity 2024 report offers valuable insights into the adoption,

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