Shadow AI is growing in industries like healthcare and coding — increasing risks of privacy breaches and vulnerabilities.
According to a National Cybersecurity Alliance survey, 38% of workers are using AI without employer approval, and many are sharing sensitive information.
Healthcare providers are using AI to communicate with patients, with some bypassing approved channels and security protocols.
In DevSecOps, Shadow AI apps risk compromising secure production pipelines, introducing new vulnerabilities.
Experts suggest that a culture of openness, AI governance tools, and security-first training can mitigate these risks.