# Researchers Recommend AI-Driven Zero-Trust Security

A systematic review of 79 studies finds that zero-click exploits can bypass defenses that depend on user action and supports adaptive Zero-Trust Architecture using AI-assisted risk scoring, micro-segmentation, and continuous authentication. The review identifies no solicitation, contract award, budget, or other procurement event, so its value to government buyers and contractors is as technical market intelligence for cybersecurity planning rather than an immediate contracting opportunity.

- Procurement teams can use the findings when shaping cybersecurity roadmaps or evaluating solution requirements, particularly for model robustness, explainability, privacy, and real-time enforcement.
- Contractors developing zero-trust or cyber-defense offerings can assess how their solutions address zero-click threats and support adaptive access controls; the review does not establish a government mandate or specific compliance requirement.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Information Technology
**Topics:** Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence
**Published:** November 12, 2026

### Government Entities
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
- United Nations (UN)

### Sources
- [Review Links Zero-Click Exploits to AI-Driven Zero-Trust Security](https://bioengineer.org/review-links-zero-click-exploits-to-ai-driven-zero-trust-security) - Bioengineer.org