Companies are building with AI — and exposing new security risks
Summary
The number of AI-related systems open to the public internet increased by 63% in nine months, raising security concerns. Many AI tools connect to important company data, which can create risks if not properly managed and secured.Key Facts
- AI infrastructure exposed to the internet rose from about 164,000 to nearly 268,000 systems between October 2025 and July 2026.
- These systems include software that links AI models to databases, business applications, and other services.
- Many companies struggle to track and secure the AI software their employees use.
- The most exposed AI tool found was n8n, with around 114,000 internet-facing deployments, including 77,000 vulnerable versions.
- Another exposed AI product is OpenClaw, with over 54,000 control panels open to the public.
- These exposed AI tools can access sensitive information such as emails and financial records.
- The report does not confirm if these systems have been hacked but indicates a high risk.
- Experts recommend companies regularly update and secure AI-related software like any other IT system.
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