Taming Shadow IT: What Security Teams Can Do About Unapproved Apps and Extensions

Shadow IT is one of the most pressing issues in cybersecurity today. As more employees use unsanctioned browser extensions, productivity plugins, and generative AI tools, organizations are exposed to more risk. When these tools enter the environment without IT’s knowledge, they can create data exposure points, introduce new vulnerabilities, and make it easier for attackers to find privileged access paths. In many cases, the employee doesn’t even realize the risk they’ve introduced. How Risk Creeps In: Extensions, AI Tools, and Unapproved Apps Every app or extension installed on a corporate…