Most cyber attacks don’t start with a hacker breaking into your systems. They start with a person making a mistake — clicking a link, approving a fake invoice, or sharing information they shouldn’t.
Why staff are targeted
Attackers know:
- Employees are busy
- They trust internal emails
- They don’t want to get in trouble
- They respond quickly to “urgent” requests
This makes them the perfect entry point.
Common staff-related breaches
- Phishing
- Weak passwords
- Misconfigured tools
- Accidental data sharing
- Falling for fake CEO or supplier emails
How to turn staff into a defence layer
You don’t need corporate-style training. You need simple, repeatable habits:
- Monthly 10-minute awareness sessions
- Realistic phishing simulations
- Clear reporting channels
- A “no blame” culture
- Simple rules for handling money and data
People aren’t the problem — poor training is
When staff know what to look for, they become your strongest line of defence.
