Cybersecurity Risks and Solutions for Millennials and Gen Z

Millennials and Gen Z are the most concerned generations about the risk of cyber attacks on their organizations. They also worry about potentially leaving their organizations vulnerable and feel less prepared to handle such cyber threats. Research from Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) indicates that 53% of US employees are concerned about their organization being targeted by cyber attacks, with 34% worried that their actions might make their organization vulnerable.

Among Millennials and Gen Z, 58% and 64% respectively fear losing their jobs if they leave their organization exposed to a cyber attack. This anxiety can negatively impact cybersecurity, as it may lead to unreported cyber incidents due to fear of repercussions. Considering that 68% of cyber attacks involve a non-malicious human element, such as clicking on a phishing email link, addressing this fear is crucial.

To boost cyber confidence and improve response to cyber attacks, here are five steps to enhance cybersecurity for both individuals and their organizations. Phishing, a common cyber attack method, involves hackers sending deceptive emails to trick recipients into clicking on a link, downloading a file, or performing other actions that compromise security. Variants of phishing include smishing (via text), vishing (via phone call), and quishing (via QR codes).

Phishing attacks leverage psychological tactics to manipulate victims. Knowing how to respond to suspicious texts, emails

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