SOC Forum 2026 Examines How Generative AI Lowers Attack Barriers and Reshapes Security Operations

At SOC Forum 2026 in Moscow, experts from BI.ZONE, Kaspersky, and GK Solar analyzed the dual impact of generative AI on cybersecurity. Oleg Skulkin of BI.ZONE noted that GenAI has reduced the skill threshold for attackers to nearly zero, enabling less experienced threat actors to launch sophisticated campaigns. However, Kaspersky researcher Georgy Kucherin warned that unverified AI-generated code can expose attackers through detectable flaws, while overly perfect phishing text now raises suspicion among defenders. Alexander Shepilov from GK Solar emphasized treating AI agents as distinct non-human identities in threat models, limiting sub-agent privileges to prevent overreach. Alexander Kuznetsov advocated gradual SOC automation, starting with single operations like IP blocking before integrating AI. Discussions also highlighted potential increases in costs for skilled personnel needed to manage these agents rather than immediate savings.

AntiMalwareOctober 30, 2026Translated from Russian

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At the SOC Forum 2026 held on 27-28 October in Moscow, cybersecurity specialists examined how GenAI is transforming both offensive and defensive operations. The event, organized by GK Solar, drew more than 7,000 attendees and featured discussions on the second day about the role of generative artificial intelligence in lowering the bar for attackers while complicating cost-saving claims for defenders.

According to Oleg Skulkin, head of external cyber threat prevention at BI.ZONE, generative AI has reduced the preparation requirements for attackers almost to zero. This shift allows individuals with minimal technical skills to craft convincing phishing messages, generate exploit code, and automate reconnaissance tasks that previously demanded significant expertise.

Yet Georgy Kucherin, a researcher at Kaspersky, pointed out the risks for attackers themselves. Unchecked AI-generated code can contain errors that reveal malicious activity, while excessively flawless Russian-language phishing text now triggers alerts because it lacks the typical grammatical imperfections defenders have learned to spot.

Alexander Shepilov of GK Solar stressed the need for strict governance of corporate AI agents. He recommended registering each agent as a separate non-human identity within threat models and role matrices. Sub-agents launched by primary agents must not receive broader permissions than the parent agent, as granting excessive rights by default creates unnecessary exposure.

Alexander Kuznetsov, also from GK Solar, described the evolving architecture of Security Operations Centers. SIEM systems are no longer the sole center of analytics. He advised organizations to adopt intelligent response capabilities incrementally: select one operation such as IP blocking, define clear rules, validate automation, and only then introduce AI components.

Participants also cautioned against expecting rapid cost reductions. Automation may instead drive higher spending on qualified specialists required to oversee and tune AI agents effectively.

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