{"id":4329,"date":"2025-12-01T07:33:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-01T06:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enthec.com\/?p=4329"},"modified":"2025-12-01T07:33:00","modified_gmt":"2025-12-01T06:33:00","slug":"cybersecurity-and-the-human-factor-the-most-common-mistake-in-digital-protection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/enthec.com\/en\/cybersecurity-and-the-human-factor-the-most-common-mistake-in-digital-protection\/","title":{"rendered":"Cybersecurity and the human factor: the most common mistake in digital protection"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cybersecurity is one of those issues we all know we should be taking care of, but we keep putting it off. Updating passwords, checking permissions, verifying links\u2026 These are simple tasks, yes, but they’re often overlooked. And that’s precisely the root of the problem: <\/span>In cybersecurity, the human factor remains the weakest link<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

This isn’t about blaming anyone, but about acknowledging an apparent reality. Human error is, currently, the most common cause of digital incidents. <\/span><\/p>\n

In recent years, the rise of remote work, the fast pace of life, and the daily use of connected devices have made this vulnerability even more pronounced. And if we think about it for a moment, it makes sense: an impulsive click or a weak password can open the door to problems that cost time, money, and reputation. <\/span><\/p>\n

Before moving on, it’s worth introducing a tool that’s helping to reduce this exposure in the daily lives of all users: Qondar, Enthec’s cyber-surveillance solution for individuals. Qondar is a key component of Continuous Threat Exposure Management, providing timely warnings about data breaches, password leaks, and other risks that directly affect a person’s digital life. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Understanding the relationship between cybersecurity and the human factor<\/b><\/h2>\n

The expression \u201ccybersecurity and the human factor\u201d encompasses a straightforward idea:<\/span> Digital security does not depend solely on systems, firewalls, or artificial intelligence,<\/b>but also on how we use technology. Companies can invest in advanced tools, but they’re of little use if an employee falls for a <\/span>phishing email<\/span><\/a> or unintentionally shares sensitive information.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why do we keep failing at the same things?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Several reasons explain this phenomenon:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Information overload. <\/b>We live surrounded by notifications and simultaneous tasks. In that pace, double-checking a suspicious email isn’t always a priority. <\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Overconfidence. <\/b>In both our professional and personal lives, we often think, “It won’t happen to us.” But no one is safe: neither individuals nor companies. <\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Lack of ongoing training. <\/b>Many attacks evolve so rapidly that what we knew a year ago is no longer sufficient. And this is where the CTEM concept comes into play. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    The importance of Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM)<\/b><\/h2>\n

    Cybersecurity can no longer be viewed as a one-off project. It’s not enough to conduct a single audit and assume everything is under control. Threats evolve. Data moves. And attackers refine their techniques. <\/span><\/p>\n

    Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) seeks precisely this:<\/span> to constantly monitor which vulnerabilities we have and which risks are active at any given time. <\/b>. It’s not just about reacting, but about detecting before the damage occurs.<\/span><\/p>\n

    What does CTEM contribute to the field of human factors?<\/b><\/h3>\n