Webinar tackles AI driven identity gaps before 2026 exploits rise

The Hacker News is hosting an exclusive webinar on closing identity gaps in 2026 before AI exploits enterprise risk, dated 7 April 2026. The session draws on new research from the Ponemon Institute, which notes that hundreds of applications in enterprises remain disconnected from centralized identity systems, creating a large unmanaged attack surface.

It explains that AI copilots and autonomous agents can exacerbate credential risks by accessing systems outside centralized control, with these gaps being actively exploited. The briefing will feature Mike Fitzpatrick (Ponemon Institute) and Matt Chiodi (CSO, Cerby), and will span findings from inputs gathered from over 600 IT and security leaders.

Attendees will receive a data‑driven roadmap to move from identity maturity to operational control, including exclusive 2026 benchmark data and practical remediation steps. The piece positions the webinar as essential for leaders responsible for identity, security or compliance strategies seeking to close these gaps and reduce audit friction.