Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a defining force in the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape. Over time, your own vulnerable AI assets may also become the targets of AI-assisted threat actors increasing exposure to risk. This whitepaper delves into the complexities of AI’s role in cybersecurity, analyzing its use by threat actors, its inherent vulnerabilities, and its potential as a cornerstone of next-generation defense strategies. This paper is for cybersecurity professionals, IT decision-makers, business leaders, and anyone interested in understanding the profound impact of AI on the cybersecurity battlefield.