The accelerating pace of AI-driven vulnerability discovery is straining existing cybersecurity standards, disclosure processes, and prioritization frameworks. Many of these systems were designed for human-speed discovery and manageable volumes, which are no longer sufficient in the face of advancing AI capabilities. A recent private sector consultation with the White House highlighted the need for modernization, with Rapid7 presenting a new policy paper on the issue1. The paper emphasizes the need for updated global vulnerability standards to keep pace with AI-driven discovery. This is crucial as the current frameworks may not be able to handle the increased volume and speed of vulnerability discovery, potentially leaving defenders at a disadvantage. The modernization of these standards is essential to ensure the cybersecurity ecosystem can effectively respond to emerging threats, so what matters most to practitioners is the urgent need to revamp these standards to stay ahead of AI-powered vulnerabilities.