Broadcom, Strengthens AI-Based Cybersecurity Attack Defense Strategy

Broadcom experts emphasize a lateral threat protection strategy to counter AI attacks. At RSAC 2026, Umesh Mahajan and Prashant Gandhi discussed recent cybersecurity threats, noting that AI has the ability to detect open-source code vulnerabilities and execute automated attacks at ultra-high speeds. To address these AI-based threats, deep defense, especially lateral threat protection, is becoming increasingly important.

Mahajan stated, “AI excels at finding vulnerabilities,” and attackers no longer need to manually read code. AI is bypassing existing security layers, increasing pressure on systems. This is why Broadcom is enhancing its defense strategy through lateral threat protection. Gandhi also explained that the ultimate goal of AI-generated attacks is to breach perimeter defenses, enter internal systems, and spread laterally through weak assets.

Broadcom is advancing toward platform-centric lateral threat protection, aiming to implement security strategies more directly and improve complex deployment processes. Recognizing that customers face challenges with deployment complexity rather than a lack of tools, Broadcom is offering solutions that enable easier implementation of zero trust. Mahajan emphasized, “Starting simply and then automating to show how to meet needs is crucial.” This provides an effective approach to accelerate the transition to zero trust and counter complex cyber threats.