Only 8% of organisations in India are ready to protect against AI-augmented cyber threats

Accenture report identifies four critical actions to strengthen cyber defences in an AI-driven world

As artificial intelligence (AI) radically reshapes business, a vast majority of organisations in India (92%) are not adequately prepared to secure their AI-driven future, according to a new report from Accenture. In India, 81% of companies are in the “Exposed Zone”, indicating they lack both a cohesive cyber security strategy and the necessary technical capabilities. Only 19% of companies in India have essential data and AI security practices needed to protect critical business models, data pipelines and cloud infrastructure.

Despite the rapid growth of AI adoption in enterprises, only 19% of organisations in India have implemented clear policies and training for gen AI use. Furthermore, very few maintain a comprehensive inventory of AI systems, which is crucial for managing supply chain risks. Additionally, data protection remains inadequate, with only 19% of organisations in India fully leveraging ...