Cyberattacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated as artificial intelligence accelerates the development of exploits and automates attacks, according to Google's Cloud Threat Intelligence team. Hackers now leverage AI to identify and target software vulnerabilities, creating zero-day exploits that can be used to gain initial access to cloud environments. This shift in attacker behavior has led to a significant increase in vulnerability exploitation, surpassing traditional methods such as phishing and stolen credentials. The use of AI enables attackers to evade defenses and target AI supply chains at scale, making it a pressing concern for organizations. The Google report highlights the need for immediate action, as the window for patching vulnerabilities is rapidly closing1. This matters to cybersecurity practitioners because the accelerated pace of zero-day exploits demands swift assessment and mitigation of potential exposures to prevent devastating breaches.