Qualys outlines strategic cybersecurity predictions for 2026

Qualys outlines strategic cybersecurity predictions for 2026 blog.qualys.com/qualys-in… Qualys published a comprehensive set of cybersecurity predictions for 2026, signalling a shift toward risk-first security models and operationalised risk management. Among key trends cited are maturation of attack-path modelling, the embedding of continuous exposure management (CTEM) into risk operations centers, and the growing imperative for proactive threat hunting. The impact of AI is framed as both an operational advantage and a risk vector, with automation driving prioritisation but human oversight remaining central to strategic decisions.