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How to keep AI agents within their permissions

AI agents can use valid credentials to perform actions beyond their assigned permissions, creating risks that traditional access controls may not prevent. Token Security explains how organizations can enforce agent-specific policies without sacrificing autonomy.

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How to keep AI agents within their permissions BleepingComputer · bleepingcomputer.com · Oct 9, 2026 · Primary source
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