There is a pattern I have seen repeat itself across modernization programs of every size: The project is delivered on time. Within budget. The go-live happens. The team celebrates. Six months later, the company is spending more than it did before.

AI agents are transforming businesses but bring new security risks such as data leaks and unauthorized access. This article explores emerging threats and protection strategies, including environment segregation, input validation, and governance. Security by design is essential for scaling with confidence.