Mental DailyMental Daily
  • Clinical
  • Health
  • I/O
  • Cybernetic
  • Social
  • More
    • Opinion
    • My Bookmarks
Aa
Mental Daily
Aa
  • Clinical
  • Health
  • I/O
  • Cybernetic
  • Social
  • Opinion
Search
  • Clinical
  • Health
  • I/O
  • Cybernetic
  • Social
  • More
    • Opinion
    • My Bookmarks
Follow US
  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Inc. Profile
  • Google Play Store
© 2024 - Mental Daily. All Rights Reserved.
Cyber

A team of researchers explore the human side of cybersecurity

Staff Writer
Staff Writer 2 years ago
Updated 2023/05/17 at 9:36 PM
Share
SHARE

Recent research published in the International Journal of Business Information Systems examines the human element of cybersecurity. We may believe that cybersecurity is primarily about firewalls, antivirus software, spam filters, and DDoS detection, but social engineering and human error frequently lead to breaches of computer systems and networks, not sophisticated malware.

Rajesh Kumar Upadhyay of the Graphic Era Hill University in Dehradun, along with Anurag Singh and Brij Mohan Singh of the India and College of Engineering in Roorkee, conducted a survey of professionals, non-professionals, and students working and studying in the educational sector of Uttarakhand. They desired to investigate the relationship between computer security awareness and human behavior.

They examined the relationship between various personality traits and a person’s cybersecurity knowledge. The team notes that while an organization or individual can implement policies and tools to protect against digital intrusion, it is nearly impossible to protect against social engineering without ongoing education of users who may fall for the dubious and persuasive abilities of the confidence trickster.

The team emphasizes that cybersecurity is a tremendous global challenge.

The team has now examined extroversion, agreeableness, conscientiousness, neuroticism, and openness of personality and how this relates to an individual’s perception and understanding of cybersecurity in an effort to educate where knowledge gaps exist or where a certain personality type may be more susceptible to social engineering than another.

“The purpose of this study to explore the relationship between human behaviour and cybersecurity awareness. The research was conducted using a questionnaire and from collecting the responses of professionals, non-professionals, and students studying and working in the educational sector of Uttarakhand region,” the authors mentioned in their report.

“Findings of the study are useful for developing relevant measures, particularly in terms of personality and human traits, to improve information security awareness,” it also mentioned. “This study contributes to personality traits and their impact on cybersecurity. The study suggests the managerial as well as theoretical implications on the basis of the findings.”

You Might Also Like

Research explores the internet grieving practices of gang-affiliated youths

Addiction to internet shopping linked to a lack of self-control when using smartphones

Study claims the more people think God, the more likely they trust AI decision-making

Study finds Facebook use not linked to negative well-being

The effects of bodily rhythm on behavior were investigated during smartphone study

TAGGED: business information systems, tech, cybersecurity
Staff Writer May 17, 2023
Share this Article
Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Whatsapp Email Print
Previous Article People are more creative upon awakening from the earliest stage of sleep: new study
Next Article Study finds mass shooters who are fame-seekers more likely to plan surprise attacks

Recommended

Cyber

Research explores the internet grieving practices of gang-affiliated youths

2 Min Read
I/O

Addiction to internet shopping linked to a lack of self-control when using smartphones

2 Min Read
Cyber

Study claims the more people think God, the more likely they trust AI decision-making

2 Min Read
Cyber

Study finds Facebook use not linked to negative well-being

2 Min Read
//

We are a trusted online source for research news and resources on all aspects of the mind and human behavior.

Verticals

  • Clinical
  • Health
  • Social
  • I/O
  • Opinion

Social

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Inc. Profile
  • Google Play Store

Links

  • About
  • Contact
  • The Editor
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Mental Health
Follow US

© 2024 Mental Daily. All Rights Reserved.

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Inc. Profile
  • Google Play Store

Removed from reading list

Undo
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?