How to Combat Shadow AI with Defender for Cloud Apps

In many organizations, the use of artificial intelligence is growing rapidly. Employees use AI tools to speed up processes, but often without the permission or oversight of IT departments. This phenomenon is known as Shadow AI. Although it can stimulate innovation, it unfortunately also entails risks, such as data breaches, compliance issues, and uncontrolled access to company data.

How can you combat shadow AI?

An effective way to combat Shadow AI is to use Defender for Cloud Apps. This solution provides visibility into all cloud applications used within your organization, including unauthorized AI tools. With Defender for Cloud Apps, you can:

• Identifying Risks: Identify which AI applications have access to company data and what risks this entails.
• Manage Access: Limit the use of unapproved applications and establish policies for the safe use of AI.
• Protecting Data: Ensure that sensitive information is processed only by approved tools, thereby preventing data breaches.

By proactively monitoring and regulating Shadow AI with Defender for Cloud Apps, organizations can leverage the benefits of AI without compromising security and compliance. It is an essential step toward ensuring that innovation and protection go hand in hand.

At Alistar We place a high priority on security. We help organizations get a handle on Shadow AI and guide them through the implementation of solutions such as Defender for Cloud Apps. Do you have questions or want to know how this can be applied within your organization? Our experts are ready to support you.