A recent report by CybSafe and the National Cybersecurity Alliance highlights the concerning trend of employees sharing sensitive work information with AI tools without employer authorization.
Description
This behavior is more prevalent among younger generations [2], with 46% of Gen Z and 43% of Millennials admitting to this practice. The study, which surveyed over 7000 individuals globally [3], also revealed that 23% of employees skip security awareness training, while over half of employed individuals have not received training on safe AI use [2] [4]. Additionally, 46% find online safety measures frustrating [3], and 35% include personal information in their passwords [3]. Despite 81% being aware of multi-factor authentication [3], only 66% actively use it. Phishing scams remain the most common cyberattack [3], accounting for 44% of incidents [3]. Younger generations are particularly vulnerable, with 52% of Gen Z and 46% of Millennials reporting losses due to online scams.
Conclusion
CEO and Founder of CybSafe [1] [2] [3] [4], Oz Alashe [1] [2] [3] [4], stresses the need for enhanced digital security measures across all age groups to combat these challenges. It is crucial for organizations to prioritize cybersecurity training, implement stronger security protocols, and raise awareness about the risks associated with sharing sensitive information with AI tools. By taking proactive steps to address these issues, businesses can better protect themselves and their employees from cyber threats in the future.
References
[1] https://www.cybsafe.com/press-releases/study-almost-40-of-workers-share-sensitive-information-with-ai-tools-without-employers-knowledge/
[2] https://osintcorp.net/over-a-third-of-employees-secretly-sharing-work-info-with-ai/
[3] https://betanews.com/2024/09/26/38-percent-of-workers-share-sensitive-data-without-permission/
[4] https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/third-employees-sharing-work-info/
