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5 steps to incorporate threat intelligence into your security awareness program

In our recent article, we highlighted that every significant and public attack exploited people to either get an initial foothold in a target organization or as the entire attack vector. These attacks highlight the need for awareness as a top concern of security programs.

Written by Ira Winkler, Araceli Treu Gomes • 06 March 15 05:08
9 common security awareness mistakes (and how to fix them)

Every recent study of security vulnerabilities has come to the same conclusion: The human factor is a greater risk to organizations than flaws in technology.

Written by Taylor Armerding • 30 Jan. 15 06:40
Social Engineering: The dangers of positive thinking

CSO Online recently spoke to a person working in the security field with a rather unique job. He's paid to break into places, such as banks and research facilities (both private and government), in order to test their resistance to social engineering and physical attacks.

Written by Steve Ragan • 06 Jan. 15 03:17