Even the least tech-savvy consumers are quickly becoming aware of important steps they can take toward greater cybersecurity. However, as both IT pros and consumers are becoming harder to trick, cyber criminals are also growing smarter.
The Age of Social Engineering
Today, 98% of cyber-attacks incorporate elements of social engineering. Also called 'human hacking', social engineering uses psychology to prey on our fears or exploit our vulnerabilities.
47% of IT professionals reported that they had been the target of attempted social engineering in the last year alone.
People who are unfamiliar with the intricacies of social engineering are most likely to become victims - this includes new hires who haven't yet received security awareness training.
