CISO Talks Why Fear Based Cybersecurity Training Fails — And What Actually Works
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May 26, 2025 
Craig Taylor, co-founder and CISO of CyberHoot, brings nearly three decades of cybersecurity expertise to discuss effective training methods. He critiques fear-based approaches and advocates for positive reinforcement to engage employees better. The conversation delves into the evolving threats of phishing, emphasizing the importance of robust password management. Taylor also highlights the role of virtual CISOs in bolstering cybersecurity culture, and stresses the need for practical, adaptive skills to empower organizations against emerging cyber threats.
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Positive Reinforcement Beats Fear
- Traditional cybersecurity training often relies on negative reinforcement, which doesn't effectively teach good behavior.
- Positive reinforcement that rewards good cybersecurity habits is more effective in changing employee behavior.
Cybersecurity Needs a Positive 'Yes'
- Cybersecurity professionals often focus on saying "no" rather than enabling positive behaviors.
- Empowering users with 'yes, but do it this way' approach fosters a better security culture.
Double Extortion Escalates Breach Impact
- Consequences of breaches have escalated with double extortion combining ransomware and data theft.
- Businesses face severe pressure to pay ransoms or risk public exposure of stolen data.