Palo Alto Networks has unveiled Idira™, a next-generation identity security platform designed to help organisations manage and secure human, machine, and AI-driven identities in an increasingly digital business environment.
The launch reflects a growing need for stronger identity protection as AI adoption accelerates and organisations face more sophisticated cyber threats.
Why Identity Security Matters More Than Ever
As businesses adopt AI-powered systems, the number of identities accessing data and applications continues to grow rapidly.
Palo Alto Networks noted that machine and AI identities now outnumber human identities by 109 to 1, creating new security challenges that traditional identity management tools were not designed to handle.
The company also highlighted that identity-related attacks remain one of the most common cybersecurity risks facing enterprises today.
Introducing a New Approach to Privileged Access
Idira aims to move beyond traditional privileged access management (PAM) by extending security controls across every type of identity.
The platform introduces dynamic access controls, helping organisations reduce reliance on standing privileges and adopt just-in-time access models instead.
This approach is designed to minimise unnecessary access while reducing opportunities for cybercriminals to exploit identity-based vulnerabilities.
AI-Powered Security and Governance
The platform combines AI-driven visibility, access controls, and governance capabilities within a single solution.
Idira can continuously identify identity risks, automate policy enforcement, and provide organisations with greater oversight of users, systems, and AI agents operating across enterprise environments.
According to Palo Alto Networks, the goal is to help businesses shift from simply managing identities to actively securing them.
Supporting the Future of Digital Transformation
As organisations continue investing in AI, cloud infrastructure, and automation, identity security is becoming a critical part of enterprise resilience.
The launch of Idira reflects a broader trend where cybersecurity solutions are evolving to address increasingly complex digital ecosystems powered by humans, machines, and autonomous technologies.
For businesses embracing AI transformation, securing every identity may become just as important as protecting networks and applications themselves.
