AI agents are increasingly using relay protocols to network and communicate, leading to potential security risks. According to NS3.AI, these connections create viral pathways that can spread unsafe configurations and facilitate attacks. Thousands of exposed control panels and leaked credentials have made these systems appealing targets, with some agents even offering Bitcoin bounties for discovering exploits. The industry is facing three potential scenarios in the next 90 days: enhanced security measures, increased exploitation, or stricter platform regulations on agent distribution.
