Definition

An agent control plane is a runtime governance layer that discovers AI agents and enforces approve / redirect / block policies on their actions before they reach downstream systems — complementary to identity-layer itdr.

Key Points

  • Vendors: onyx-security, neo-security, Straiker, ACT Security (related categories)
  • Guardian-agent pattern: meta-agent oversees other agents
  • Distinct from IdP/ITDR (who is acting) vs control plane (what action is allowed)

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