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AI 'agent' fever brings new security concerns

AI agents promise to automate tasks and boost efficiency, but powerful new systems such as OpenClaw are worrying cybersecurity specialists.

Published Apr 18, 2026, 10:53 PM EDT | WFMZZ

AI "agents" are designed to save users time and energy by automating tasks, offering efficiency gains. However, the increasing capabilities of systems such as OpenClaw are prompting cybersecurity experts to warn of lurking security threats and potential risks associated with powerful automated agents.