Study shows the limits of IT security training

IT security training is a critical layer in any company’s plan to protect data – but new research shows that even highly trained users are susceptible to hackers’ new sophisticated attacks.

How companies help cyber criminals conduct phishing attacks

Companies are increasingly being targeted by sophisticated spear phishing attacks that trick members of a chosen organization into downloading malware or surrendering sensitive data. And many businesses are helping criminals succeed. 

5 keys for overhauling your organization’s IT security program

Often the hardest part about overhauling an organization’s IT security program is knowing where to begin. In this guest post, security pro Ryan Halstead has some advice on getting started. 

3 most dangerous IT security threats for 2013 – and how to stop them

Most companies are confident their information is secure, but in reality, the data shows most organizations are struggling to deal with emerging IT security threats. 

Don’t waste time training users, says security CEO

A significant part of a company’s security strategy is often conducting IT security training for users. But those attempts to raise awareness rarely help organizations avoid attacks, according to one security expert. 

6 ways to make users care more about security

User behavior has always had a big impact on information security. But new tech trends have expanded users’ role in protecting data — and increased the need for effective IT security training. 

Who’s the most likely cyber-crime victim?

One of the stereotypical cybercrime scenarios is an elderly person falling victim to an obvious email scam. But that’s not who most criminals target.

4 reasons execs need more security training

The biggest targets of hackers looking to steal data from your company might be the folks you’re paying the least amount of attention to.