The Human Firewall: Strengthening the Weakest Link in Cybersecurity

With new technology and changed business operations comes exposure to new cyber risks, prompting companies to prioritize and invest in stronger cybersecurity measures.
A joint study by Stanford University Professor Jeff Hancock and security firm Tessian, found that a staggering 88% of data breaches result from employee mistakes.
An understanding of cyber risk awareness is just as vital to the maturity of your program as having the right products in your cyber toolset or implementing a proactive plan.
The WHY and HOW. Understanding how employees can inadvertently cause a hole in your security is vital to protect your business.
Most employees are constantly running busy and opening messages on the go.
Strengthening cyber risk awareness is important for all employees to prevent these simple but egregious mistakes.
Train all employees; we mean ALL - from the interns to the C-Level executives.
Simulated phishing exercises can help employees learn how to distinguish between a possible threat and genuine communication.
One of DefenseStorm's clients recently shared that they motivate employees to pause and think about cybersecurity by using two monthly raffles.
Employees are entered into the first raffle when they successfully identify a campaign phish and are submitted for the second raffle if they identify a real phish.
Getting the conversation going by using motivational tools and incentives creates an opportunity for positive reinforcement and open communication, so your employees remember to stay alert even amidst distractions.
Ensure all employees are signed up for the latest cybersecurity news updates.
Send out messages internally to alert employees of possible threats.
DefenseStorm provides Daily Security Intel Bulletins, which is a collection of the most important cybersecurity news and alerts for the day, to all clients and employees.
Even the most technologically savvy employees can become a significant liability.
Address employee burnout by leveraging AI technology and partnering with external teams to co-manage your cybersecurity.
Combat redundancy by cycling employees through different roles and providing learning opportunities with new technology for analysts.
With cyber threats, emerging technology, and daily operational demands contending for priority, it's easy to forget the pivotal role human factors play in the success or decline of a business.
Don't wait until an avoidable mistake - foster a culture of continuous cyber risk awareness, nurture your cybersecurity teams, and implement comprehensive training programs.
He prides himself on nurturing relationships between the company, employees, and clients, which has resonated deeply into the fabric of DefenseStorm's client base, proving that a positive culture starts from the top.


This Cyber News was published on www.cyberdefensemagazine.com. Publication date: Thu, 14 Dec 2023 06:13:05 +0000


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