People, rather than technology, are the primary attack vector for cyber threats around the world, says the 2023 SANS Security Awareness Report.
The top category of human risk, says the report, involves “-ishing” — which refers to the three most common social engineering attacks: email-based phishing, text-message (SMS)-based smishing, and voice-based vishing. “This risk was by far the top human risk identified by respondents, which is no surprise and reflects similar findings from other security reports. With the growth of artificial intelligence, it is becoming even easier for cyber threat actors to create customized phishing attacks,” the report states.
Other top risks include:
- Passwords/authentication
- Detection/reporting
- IT admin misconfiguration
This year’s report outlines steps you can take to better manage your organization’s human risk, as well as steps to develop your skills and grow your career.
Learn more and download the report for free from SANS.
See also:
Getting Started in Cybersecurity
Job Outlook for Cybersecurity Professionals
Free Cybersecurity Resources for Protecting Your Organization
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