The Human Element in Cybersecurity
Effective cybersecurity depends as much on people as it does on technology. Security awareness and training play a critical role in helping individuals recognise risk, respond appropriately to threats, and reduce the likelihood of human-led security incidents.
This focus on people is more important than ever. According to Verizon’s 2025 Data Breach Investigations Report, approximately 60% of data breaches involve a human element. This includes human error, credential misuse, social engineering, and phishing attacks. While technology plays a critical role in defence, the actions of individuals can significantly strengthen or weaken an organisation’s security posture…