Mend.io Enhances AI Application Security Amid Rising AI-Driven Risks

• •Mend.io introduces new AI application security capabilities to address evolving risks.
• •Enhancements include runtime protection and improved vulnerability triage and response.
• •Mend.io will present its solutions at Black Hat USA 2026.

Mend.io has announced new capabilities for its AI application security tools to help organizations address the increasing risks associated with AI-driven applications. These enhancements focus on extending protection into runtime, improving vulnerability triage, and accelerating zero-day response. Asaf Saar, EVP and Chief Product Officer at Mend.io, emphasized the need for security teams to adapt to the evolving threat landscape created by AI. The new features aim to reduce manual investigation and provide greater context to risks, allowing teams to prioritize effectively. Mend.io's solutions are designed to help organizations maintain security throughout the development lifecycle, from pre-production to runtime. The company will showcase these advancements at the upcoming Black Hat USA conference in Las Vegas from August 4-6, 2026.