KnowBe4 Research Finds Increased Frequency of Security Awareness Training Improves Prevention of Security Breaches

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KnowBe4 has released a report titled "More Training, Better Prepared", indicating that increasing the frequency of security awareness training significantly enhances employees' understanding of security instructions. The study, which analyzed responses from over 526,000 individuals worldwide, revealed that in 84% of cases, training improved clarity. Average clarity ratings stood at 70 out of 100, with notable industry variances. The report emphasizes that organizations should implement monthly or quarterly training to better prepare employees for potential security incidents.

Positive

• In 84% of cases, security awareness training improved understanding of security instructions.
• Average clarity rating of security instructions was 70 out of 100.
• Study based on data from over 526,000 people across various industries.

Negative

• Hospitality sector had the highest frequency of no security awareness training.
• Education sector rated low on clarity of instructions during security incidents.

KnowBe4 releases new report "More Training, Better Prepared: Increasing the frequency of training improves understanding of security instructions"

TAMPA BAY, Fla., June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KnowBe4, the provider of the world's largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, today announced a new KnowBe4 Research report, which finds that increasing the frequency of security awareness training improves reactions to security breaches by enhancing the understanding of security instructions.

In this report, KnowBe4 examined how clearly security instructions are understood by employees relative to the amount of security awareness training they have taken in the last 12 months. Responses were analyzed and compared based on those who completed no security awareness training, annual training, quarterly training and monthly training. Data from over 526,000 people worldwide in a variety of industries was included. Highlights from the findings include:

• In 84% of cases, security awareness training increased employees' understanding of security instructions.
• The average clarity rating by respondents was 70 out of 100; however, the clarity varied greatly depending on how much security awareness training had been completed in the last 12 months.
• When analyzing specific industries, Hospitality was noted as having the highest frequency of no security awareness training and Education rated the clarity of instructions in the event of a security incident lowest of all industries examined.

"The correlation between more frequent security awareness training and being better prepared on the specifics of how to deal with a security incident is made clear based on the findings of this report," said Kai Roer, chief research officer, KnowBe4. "For organizations looking to improve their communication efforts with employees regarding what to do in the event of a security breach, leaders should implement security awareness training on a monthly or at least quarterly basis. Without the benefits obtained by frequent training, employees are left to decipher security instructions on their own, lacking proper guidance and ultimately putting the organization at higher risk for mishandling a security incident."

To download the KnowBe4 Research Report, "More Training, Better Prepared: Increasing the frequency of training improves understanding of security instructions," visit https://www.knowbe4.com/hubfs/KnowBe4-Research-Report-More-Training-Better-Prepared-2022.pdf.

About KnowBe4 

KnowBe4, the provider of the world's largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, is used by more than 50,000 organizations around the globe. Founded by IT and data security specialist Stu Sjouwerman, KnowBe4 helps organizations address the human element of security by raising awareness about ransomware, CEO fraud and other social engineering tactics through a new-school approach to awareness training on security. Kevin Mitnick, an internationally recognized cybersecurity specialist and KnowBe4's Chief Hacking Officer, helped design the KnowBe4 training based on his well-documented social engineering tactics. Tens of thousands of organizations rely on KnowBe4 to mobilize their end users as the last line of defense.

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FAQ

What did the KnowBe4 report released on June 20, 2022, find about security training?

The report found that increasing the frequency of security awareness training improves employee understanding of security instructions.

What was the average clarity rating of security instructions according to KnowBe4's report?

The average clarity rating was 70 out of 100.

How many individuals were surveyed in KnowBe4's research?

Over 526,000 individuals were surveyed.

Why is frequent security training recommended by KnowBe4?

Frequent training is recommended to help employees better prepare for security incidents.

What percentage of respondents reported better understanding due to security training?

84% of respondents reported improved understanding of security instructions due to training.