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AI agents could be tricked into accessing sensitive UAE government data, cyber chief warns
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Fusion42 · 13 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Abu Dhabi's Department of Government Enablement is implementing AI security protections across more than 50 government entities to prevent attackers from manipulating AI agents into accessing sensitive data or performing unauthorized actions. The approach includes multi-layer oversight, auditing, guardrails, and real-time monitoring to safeguard AI-native operations against malicious activities.
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You must treat AI agents as security liabilities that require continuous monitoring and robust guardrails. If your business involves AI in government or critical systems, your compliance and trustworthiness depend on proving real-time control over these autonomous systems.
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