Survey of over 14,000 employees across industries highlights alarming cybersecurity risks

Survey Reveals Risky Employee Behavior Undermining Cybersecurity

A survey of over 14,000 employees across industries highlights alarming cybersecurity risks driven by employee behavior.

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80% of employees access workplace apps on personal devices without security controls.

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• 40% habitually download customer data, and a third can alter sensitive data without oversight.
• 30% of respondents can approve large financial transactions on their own.

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• 49% reuse passwords across work apps, while 36% share credentials across personal and professional accounts.
• 65% bypass cybersecurity policies for personal convenience.

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• 72% of employees use AI tools, often inputting sensitive data despite only 38% following guidelines for safe handling.

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With the rise of AI tools and other emerging technologies, these practices intensify the risk of data breaches, leaks, and other security incidents. Businesses must address these challenges head-on to safeguard their data and operations.

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This data underscores the critical role of MSSPs and cybersecurity-focused MSPs in:

• Implementing robust endpoint security for personal devices.
• Enforcing privileged access management and stronger controls.
• Educating employees on safe cybersecurity practices.
• Monitoring the use of AI tools to prevent data exposure.

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Source:?

https://www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/cyber-unsafe-employees-orgs-risk