Organizations must learn how to prevent and defend against AI-enabled threats.AI can be used as a defensive shield but employees need to know how to use it.The defensive strategies of an organization should not be fully centered on AI.Cybersecurity professionals with experience in dealing with simulated attacks are best equipped to mount an effective defense.Continuous learning and upskilling can help organizations deal with more sophisticated threats.Traditional security roles may not be enough to successfully defend against AI-powered cyberattacks.Organizations must be aware of the capabilities of malicious actors and how malware developers leverage AI tools to launch attacks.Incident response planning ensures that an organization is prepared to detect, respond to and recover from a cyberattack.It is important to trace an attack's origin to take preventative steps against future incidents.Organizations must upskill their workforce to succeed in protecting critical assets, ensuring business continuity and mitigating risk.