KnowBe4: Security Risks in AI Add-Ons and Extensions

Name: KnowBe4: Security Risks in AI Add-Ons and Extensions
Uploaded: 2026-07-05T13:41:30-04:00
Duration: 38 s
Description: AI add-ons can automate everything from travel to banking—but are they opening backdoors to your private data? Here is what to look for before granting permissions. ️

KnowBe4

07/05/2026

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TL;DR

AI add-ons extend your AI assistant's capabilities by connecting it to services like email and banking, but they also introduce significant security risks.
Researchers found that one in four AI add-ons contain major security vulnerabilities, making careful vetting essential before installation.
Users should only install AI add-ons from trusted vendors and review permissions carefully to limit access to sensitive files and accounts.

Summary

This short-form security awareness clip from KnowBe4 highlights a growing but underappreciated risk: the AI add-ons and extensions that power automated tasks like travel booking, meal planning, and email management may be exposing users to serious security vulnerabilities. As AI assistants become more capable, they increasingly rely on third-party add-ons — essentially apps that connect your AI to sensitive services like your bank account or email inbox. While the convenience is real, researchers have found that one in four of these AI add-ons contain significant security flaws. KnowBe4 advises users to install add-ons only from trusted software vendors and to carefully review permission requests before granting access, limiting exposure to sensitive files and services. The clip closes with a call to follow KnowBe4 for ongoing updates on emerging AI threats, positioning the brand as a go-to resource for security awareness in the age of agentic AI.

Chapters

0:00 - What AI Add-Ons Do
0:17 - The Security Risk Statistic
0:22 - How to Stay Protected

Key Quotes

0:17 "Researchers found that one in four of these AI add-ons have massive security holes."
0:22 "My advice is only use add-ons from software vendors that you trust."
0:29 "Take a moment to review the permissions to limit access to any files or sites you want to remain secure."

FAQ

What are AI add-ons and why are they risky?

AI add-ons are extensions that give your AI assistant permission to interact with external services like your email, bank, or calendar. They are risky because researchers have found that one in four contain significant security vulnerabilities that could expose your private data.

How can I protect myself when using AI add-ons?

Only install add-ons from software vendors you trust, and before installation, review the permissions being requested. Limit access to any files or services you want to keep secure.

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