Beyond automation: Why the surge in AI-driven security vulnerabilities demands human technical advocacy

AI-generated security vulnerabilities surged dramatically in 2026, with Red Hat Product Security experiencing a jump from 7,722 vulnerability triaging cases in 2025 to a projected rate exceeding 17,000 annually by mid-2026. Human expertise and technical advocacy remain essential alongside automated discovery tools, as evidenced by Red Hat’s new Technical Account Management Service for Product Security designed to help organizations navigate the accelerating threat landscape.