Patching Human Vulnerabilities in Cyber Security
We can patch operating systems and software, segregate networks, and implement security policies. However, various cyber threat and intelligence reports indicate that approximately 95% of all cyber incidents investigated had human error as a contributing factor. From taking short-cuts in system design or software development to users clicking links in phishing e-mails, people are often the weakest link in IT security. Join CSE for a discussion on how human error can impact your IT security and, using example cases, learn how to we can help ‘patch’ potential human vulnerabilities in your organizations through non-technical interventions. Attendees will better understand the human dimensions of cyber security, as well as strategies to identify and plan appropriate organizational interventions that can reduce human errors.
Presenter
Randy Purse
Randy Purse is the Strategic Advisor, Cyber Security Training and Education at the Communications Security Establishment. A former military officer of 27 years and experienced security professional, Randy has served in a variety of security roles and has also been a lead advisor on human performance, and learning and development issues for over 15 years in public, private and academic sectors. He has facilitated a range of courses and workshops in both learning and security. A PhD candidate, researcher, educator and author, he continues to advise on and support a number of Government of Canada security-related initiatives.
