New LaunchAug 3, 2026, 09:03 AM
Varonis Launches Agent Intent-Based Access Control (IBAC)
AI Summary
Varonis Systems, Inc. announced the launch of Agent Intent-Based Access Control (IBAC), a new capability within its Varonis Atlas platform. This innovation allows businesses to securely connect AI agents to their enterprise data by implementing safeguards that prevent dangerous or out-of-policy actions. Agent IBAC addresses the risks associated with AI agents needing broad data access by checking consistency with assigned instructions, detecting intent drift, and offering features like session evaluation, quarantine, and human-in-the-loop approvals.
Key Highlights
- Varonis introduced Agent Intent-Based Access Control (IBAC) for Varonis Atlas.
- Agent IBAC connects AI agents to enterprise data with safeguards against dangerous behavior.
- It detects intent drift by comparing agent instructions to reasoning, tool calls, and data access.
- The system evaluates full sessions to catch gradually building risks like multi-turn jailbreak attempts.
- Quarantine feature blocks identity or session after a violation for a defined period.
- Human-in-the-loop option routes flagged actions for approval instead of outright blocking.
- Provides a complete audit trail for security, governance, and compliance teams.
- Works with existing AI tools including Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, and Microsoft Copilot Studio.
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