Trend Micro is set to introduce a new suite of security features aimed at helping organisations manage the risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) applications. The Trend Vision One AI Security Package is designed to provide centralised exposure management and analytics throughout the entire AI application lifecycle.
AI risks identified
As companies rapidly adopt AI technologies, many lack the necessary tools to monitor how these systems process information, make decisions, or could be targeted by cybercriminals. Traditional security measures, such as those protecting endpoints, networks, and cloud resources, were not developed to tackle vulnerabilities unique to AI, including prompt injection and data poisoning.
The forthcoming package seeks to bridge these gaps, offering protection from the initial model development phase through to production use. This comprehensive approach is designed to enhance oversight as AI becomes increasingly ingrained in business operations.
Technical features
The AI Security Package includes an AI Application Security component supported by an AI Scanner. This scanner continuously monitors models for vulnerabilities and implements automated guardrails to reduce risks. The solution establishes a “closed-loop” system intended to detect, assess, and respond to threats specific to AI applications.
In addition, Trend Micro is rolling out new features across its existing portfolio, including agentless vulnerability scanning for multi-cloud environments, enhanced support for Kubernetes, and real-time malware detection in cloud storage. These enhancements aim to minimize manual effort and ensure consistent policy enforcement throughout software development and deployment.
Industry concerns
Despite a growing awareness of AI-related vulnerabilities, a recent report from the World Economic Forum reveals that only 37% of organisations screen AI systems for security prior to deployment. The same report indicates that the average data breach now costs businesses more than USD $4.4 million.
Security experts have reiterated the need for a robust governance framework and continuous oversight as companies increasingly integrate AI-driven solutions into their operations. “Innovation without oversight is a risk businesses cannot afford. Our goal is to provide the foundation for AI safety and guardrails to align AI transformation with security and trust. By building with these principles from the start, organisations can move forward with confidence as AI becomes central to their growth,” remarked Mick McCluney, ANZ Field CTO at Trend Micro.
Integrated management
The package features an AI Security Blueprint and a Risk Insights dashboard to visualize the risk posture and guide compliance efforts throughout the AI development pipeline. Real-time monitoring, threat alerts, and full-stack risk visibility enhance collaboration between development and security teams.
Other updates include a Kubernetes-based cloud architecture for scalable file security operations and integration with native log sources to improve incident detection and response capabilities. Zero trust security features are also extended to generative AI tools, granting administrators granular control over employee access and the potential for data leakage.
Sector commentary
Analysts stress the importance of protective frameworks that cover the entire AI application lifecycle. “As organisations race to gain advantage through the use of AI throughout their operating environment, most face significant risks across the many facets of AI security and governance,” said Dave Gruber, Principal Analyst at Omdia. He emphasized that mitigating these risks requires comprehensive visibility and governance across model and application development, deployment, and utilisation.
As AI technologies become increasingly critical to business strategies, the introduction of the Trend Vision One AI Security Package comes as a timely response to industry concerns about security and governance. The evolving landscape of AI poses challenges that necessitate robust oversight, and Trend Micro’s latest offerings aim to provide organisations with the confidence to harness AI’s potential responsibly.
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