The Psychology of Identity Security: Why Your Brain Could Be Your Biggest Security Risk

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03-03-2025
Sami Alsahhar
Cybersecurity is no longer just a technical problem—it's a human one. The modern workplace thrives on collaboration and trust, but those very traits can be exploited. That's why organizations need a proactive approach that combines psychology and technology.

Cybercriminals don't just hack systems—they hack people. They've figured out that humans are wired to trust, empathize, and help, and they're using that against us in ingenious ways. Take this jaw-dropper: In 2024, a company lost over $25 million because an employee fell for a deepfake during a video call. Yep, a fake video of "trusted colleagues" tricked someone into handing over the keys to the kingdom—all kicked off by a phishing email. Ouch.

If we want to stay one step ahead, we need to understand the psychology behind these attacks. Let's break it down—the human vulnerabilities, the identity and access management (IAM) fixes, and how to make tech work with (not against) our brains.

Why Humans Are the Weakest Link#

Here's the deal: Humans evolved to trust and empathize. It's why we have friends, families, and functional societies. Mirror neurons in our brains make us feel what others feel, which is awesome for bonding… but terrible when a scammer shows up.

Cybercriminals' Favorite Human Weaknesses:

  • Optimism Bias: "That won't happen to me." Spoiler: It can, and it will.
  • Assumption Bias: "People mean well, right?" Wrong. Especially online.

These biases lead to bad habits, like giving too much access or clicking suspicious links. The result? A wider attack surface that hackers can't resist.

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Lees verder op: thehackersnews.com

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