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Preventing Cyber Grinches: Why Behavior Analysis Keeps Your Data Safe During Festivities
The holiday season, with its festive cheer and end-of-year buzz, is a time most of us look forward to. Yet, for cybercriminals, this time of year presents a golden opportunity. The combination of holiday distractions, employee fatigue, and increased transactions makes organizations particularly vulnerable to cyberattacks. Whether it’s phishing attempts, insider threats, or simple human…
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Beyond the Checklist: Measuring Human Risk in Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity has long focused on technological defenses, yet human behavior remains a critical factor in organizational resilience. While firewalls and encryption safeguard data, the decisions people make every day can create vulnerabilities,or prevent them. The challenge lies in measuring and addressing human risk effectively. This blog delves into why traditional approaches fall short, explores innovative…
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Insider Threats in Election Security: A Growing Concern
As the U.S. gears up for its upcoming elections, the focus on election security has intensified. Recent warnings from U.S. intelligence officials indicate a heightened risk of insider threats—individuals within organizations responsible for overseeing elections who may compromise the electoral process. The potential ramifications of these threats underscore the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures…
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Insider Threat Detection: Staying Ahead of Internal Risks with Psychology and Psychometrics
In today’s cybersecurity landscape, insider threats are one of the most challenging risks organisations faces. Unlike external attacks, insider threats come from individuals who already have access to sensitive information. Whether through negligence or malicious intent, insider threats can have devastating consequences if not managed effectively. To combat these risks, a shift toward Human-Centered Cybersecurity…
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Anima People Launches PsycSec: A Groundbreaking AI-Driven Cybersecurity Platform to Tackle Human-Centric Security Challenges
Female-led award-winner startup aims to revolutionize the security awareness industry with a security engagement and insider threat detection using behavioural science and psychology LONDON, October 1st, 2024 Anima People, a pioneering cybersecurity startup, today announced the launch of PsycSec, its innovative AI-driven platform designed to enhance security engagement and insider threat detection and prevention…
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Revolutionizing Cybersecurity: The Human Element
In a world where digital threats loom larger every day, a revolution is brewing in the heart of cybersecurity. Visionary teams are daring to ask: What if our greatest vulnerability could become our strongest defense? Imagine a world where employees aren’t just potential risks, but the vanguard of cyber defense. A world where the human…
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The Role of Human Behavior in Cybersecurity: Building a Security-First Culture
In the digital age, human behavior accounts for more than 85% of all cybersecurity incidents. Despite the most advanced technologies in place, organizations frequently face challenges like phishing attacks and accidental breaches due to employee actions. Understanding and addressing these human factors is essential for building a robust security posture. Human actions, whether intentional or…
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The Growing Demand for Psychometrics in Cybersecurity
In recent years, psychometrics has started making waves in cybersecurity. While it’s typically used in fields like psychology or HR, its focus on measuring traits, abilities, and behaviors is now proving valuable in tackling security risks. As organizations realize the importance of human factors in cybersecurity, the demand for psychometrics is on the rise. How…
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A Cyber Psychologist response to real statements from CISOs over 5 years…
When I began this journey as a Cyber Psychologist, helping people manage their human factors risk posture, I had to educate people as to why it’s not just about technology but how important it is to have a socio-technical approach. Of course, there were always one or two healthy debates, and I have heard some…
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Is there a demand for psychometrics in cybersecurity?
Yes, there is a growing demand for psychometrics in cybersecurity. Psychometrics refers to the field of study that focuses on psychological measurement, assessment, and testing. It involves measuring psychological traits, abilities, and characteristics to understand human behavior and decision-making processes. In the context of cybersecurity, psychometrics can be valuable in several ways: Employee Selection and Training:…