Why we need to train users
Ensuring that employees are well-educated and trained is crucial for companies to lower the risks that come with human mistakes and bad habits in cyber defense. These weak spots are often the most vulnerable parts of a defense plan, highlighting the need for a strong strategy to tackle them. The first step is making sure workers know the basics, as if employees aren’t aware of cyber threats and how they work, they won’t be able to spot or avoid them. People who haven’t been trained properly might not know how to react when they encounter malware or something suspicious. Giving access to important systems and networks to those who lack experience could cause serious problems, especially when they work remotely. For example, just one ransomware attack, launched by clicking a harmful link, can cause serious trouble and shut down a business for a long time.
To protect themselves, companies need to make teaching their employees about cybersecurity...