The State of AI-Native Application Security 2025

What you’ll Learn:

• How AI is expanding the attack surface — Learn why 82% of security leaders say AI-native applications are the new frontier for cyber threats, and which vulnerabilities are most common.‍
• The rise and risk of shadow AI — Understand how unmonitored AI use is eclipsing shadow IT, creating massive blind spots in enterprise environments.‍
• Where visibility breaks down — See the data behind missing oversight into LLMs, APIs, and AI components—and the consequences of flying blind.‍
• Why people and process matter as much as tech — Explore how lack of developer training and DevSecOps collaboration amplifies AI security risks.‍
• How to secure the future of AI-native apps — Get actionable steps to build AI-ready security frameworks, from real-time monitoring to governance and SBOM tracking.

Who is this for? 

• This report is designed for security, DevOps, and technology leaders navigating the rapidly evolving world of AI-native applications. CISOs, application security professionals, and DevSecOps practitioners will gain critical insight into how AI integration is reshaping enterprise risk. It’s equally valuable for engineering and platform teams looking to understand how to secure AI-driven innovation without slowing development. Whether you’re building, deploying, or defending AI-enabled software, this report delivers the data, context, and guidance needed to stay ahead of emerging threats.