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While technological solutions certainly have their place in an effective information security
strategy, when approximately three quarters of cyber security incidents involve a human
component, designating cyber security as the sole responsibility of the IT department has its
limitations.

By accounting for this ‘human factor’ in cybersecurity – a combination of psychology and
education – businesses can start to seal the cracks in their cyber defences and reduce their
chance of succumbing to a cyber-attack. Whether a company wishes to prevent phishing,
malware, password attacks, ransomware or human error incidents, employees can be a first line
of defence.

About The Author

Oz Alashe is CEO of CybSafe. He has been the
driving force behind CybSafe - the concept, vision
and platform.

Oz is a former Lieutenant Colonel in the British
Army and UK Special Forces. He has a successful
track record of developing strategy, driving
innovation and leading implementation in both the
public and private sectors.

His background gives him a unique insight into the
socio-technical realities of cyber security and the
sensitivities around changing human behaviour.

Oz was awarded an MBE for personal leadership in
the most complex and sensitive of conflict
environments.

Oz can be reached on Twitter at @ozalashe. You can find out more about CybSafe at
www.cybsafe.com

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