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RPD• Rapid7 Omdia research flags AI governance gap
- Rapid7 published Omdia research on Aug. 12, 2026, flagging a widening AI governance gap in security operations centers.
- Executive security leaders were 1.6x more likely than operational managers to be highly concerned about vendors’ handling of security data.
- AI adoption appears mature: 97% reported a positive impact on security operations, while 98% using AI said it reduces alert fatigue.
- Human control remains central, with 92% saying oversight is essential, supporting AI as augmentation rather than replacement.
- AI-enabled managed detection and response gained commercial weight, with 86% saying it offers an advantage over traditional MDR services.
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