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Cybersecurity & Human Error: Reducing Legal Risks

Learn how to mitigate the risks of human error and safeguard your organization from cyberattacks, minimizing legal exposure and ensuring operational security.

Created byCLE for Me
BeginnerUpdated Jun 26, 2025
Cybersecurity & Human Error: Reducing Legal Risks

What You'll Learn

check_circleUnderstand the psychological factors behind human error in cybersecurity.
check_circleLearn how to mitigate legal risks associated with human error in cybersecurity.
check_circleDiscover best practices for implementing effective cybersecurity awareness training programs.
check_circleExplore the impact of human error on phishing attacks and social engineering tactics.
check_circleIdentify key strategies for building a strong security-first culture within an organization.
check_circleGain practical knowledge on how to reduce the risk of human error in cybersecurity

About This Course

This course examines the critical intersection of cybersecurity and human error, exploring how human mistakes can lead to significant legal risks for organizations.

You'll learn about the psychology of cyberattacks, common vulnerabilities, and best practices for mitigating human error in cybersecurity. We'll delve into the alarming scale of the hacking industry, the various cybercrime specializations, and the impact on individuals and organizations.

You'll gain insights into insider threats, data security, and creating a Security First culture. We'll cover best practices for secure operations, including network security, strong authentication, and data backup and recovery systems.

The course explores the National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and its five core functions: Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover.

You'll also learn about mobile security, data protection, and building a culture of engagement in cybersecurity.

The course will conclude by discussing the financial and legal ramifications of cybersecurity breaches, including the cost of lost revenue, legal fees, regulatory fines, and reputational damage.

  • Chapters cover topics such as:
  • Continuous Cybersecurity Awareness Training
  • The Alarming Scale of the Hacking Industry
  • Insider Threats
  • Creating a Security First Culture
  • Best Practices for Secure Operations
  • The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)
  • Human Element in Cybersecurity
  • Mobile Security
  • Data Protection
  • Building a Culture of Engagement
  • Financial and Legal Ramifications of Cybersecurity Breaches

By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to reduce human error in cybersecurity, create a more secure workplace, and mitigate legal risks for your organization.

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CLE for Me
CLE for Me

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Elise Thomas
Elise Thomas

Licensed New York Attorney


Licensed in New York and currently based in Illinois. She is in her fifth year as a corporate attorney and has experience working in law firms and in-house settings. Her focus includes corporate law, including entity formation, equity issuance, and a focus on equity and debt financings as well as merger and acquisition transactions. She also has experience in commercial agreements and privacy and data security law.

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