Deepfakes and AI attacks are worker's biggest security worries
In recent times, security concerns among workers have intensified, particularly due to the rise of deepfakes and AI-powered attacks. Research by Shark UK highlights that a substantial 86% of employees in small and medium-sized businesses across Britain are increasingly worried about potential cyber breaches. Despite this alarm, only a minority, roughly one-third, express confidence in their ability to identify such threats. A notable gap in cybersecurity training seems to exacerbate these fears, with many employees feeling their companies don't prioritize security measures adequately. The research pointed out that nearly two-thirds of the workforce feel ill-equipped to recognize cybersecurity risks, reflecting an increase in anxiety from the previous year. This rising concern is driven by fear that an error at work could expose them to cyber attacks. AI has lowered the barrier for less skilled individuals to conduct cyberattacks by simplifying the process of creating malicious code, thereby escalating threats to both businesses and individuals. Data from Ofcom reveals a surge in cyberattack experiences among internet users, with approximately one-third facing scams and phishing attempts, and nearly half encountering deepfakes within the first half of 2024. Mark Williams, Sharp UK's COO, emphasized that most data breaches stem from phishing attacks, positioning workers as the initial defense against these threats. Unfortunately, the provision of cybersecurity training remains insufficient. Over 40% of the workforce has not received proper cybersecurity instruction in the past year. Williams stresses that SME leaders must implement comprehensive and regularly updated cybersecurity training programs to instill robust security awareness that evolves according to current needs. The growing frequency of AI-driven cyber threats underlines the crucial need for better training and preventative measures within workplaces to safeguard against these sophisticated threats.
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