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In-depth articles, practical guides and templates on security awareness, phishing and behavior.
Awareness programs fail without a clear risk analysis
ArticleMany organizations start their awareness programs with good intentions: everyone needs to know more about privacy, security, phishing, data breaches, social…
New employees are your biggest opportunity for your awareness program
ArticleOnboarding is perhaps the most underrated aspect of privacy and security awareness. New employees are open, curious, and forming their own understanding of…
Why employees don't report, even when they recognize an attack
ArticleMany organizations assume that employees don't recognize cyberattacks. But that perception is often incorrect. Employees recognize a surprising number of…
Why security awareness collapses during busy periods
ArticleDuring exam weeks, audits, and peak projects, awareness doesn’t disappear because people don’t care—it disappears because plans ignore reality. With a…
How much does Security Awareness e-learning cost?
ArticleThe cost of security awareness e-learning depends on scale, duration, and approach. The real value lies not in price, but in long-term effectiveness.
Implement multi-factor authentication in your organization
GuideMFA is one of the strongest controls against account takeover. This practical rollout guide covers methods, phased deployment, exceptions, and adoption.
Security awareness stays “an IT thing”
ArticleSecurity often feels technical, but the biggest risks come from everyday behavior and choices. Awareness only works when people recognize themselves in real,…
Awareness does not work without management involvement
ArticleAwareness rarely fails because of poor content or tools, but because leaders remain silent. Without visible management involvement, awareness never becomes…
Phishing simulations backfire
ArticlePhishing simulations do not automatically improve security. Without trust and psychological safety, they undermine reporting behavior and learning.
The paradoxical value of cyber charlatans in increasing security awareness
ArticleCyber charlatans often spread misleading information, yet paradoxically contribute to security awareness by triggering public discussion and critical debate.
The pitfall of the baseline measurement and why employees are done with it
ArticleBaseline measurements are meant to guide awareness programs, but often feel meaningless to employees. Without relevance and follow-up, they undermine…
Why employees are more digitally skilled than we think
ArticleEmployees are often underestimated in their digital skills. Awareness fails not because people lack ability, but because explanations fail to connect.
When gamification backfires
ArticleGamification can boost security awareness, but without psychological safety competition leads to defensiveness, fewer reports, and loss of trust.
Why security awareness often fails and why it is not about content
ArticleWhen hardly any employees participate in security awareness, the cause is rarely the content. The real drivers are communication, leadership, rhythm, and…
Make courses relevant with custom videos
ArticleProfessional video content is no longer reserved for large budgets. Thanks to the new partnership between 2LRN4 and ClipMotion, organizations now have access…
2LRN4 Security Awareness E-Learning Strengthens Employee Defense
Article2LRN4 Security Awareness E-Learning is an online training program designed to increase awareness of privacy and security risks. It is suitable for employees at…
Privacy implications of AI-driven platforms
ArticleAI tools are powerful, but privacy risk is real: metadata, prompts, and uploaded documents can expose sensitive information. This article provides practical…
Artificial intelligence in e-learning: Melissa’s role as a digital avatar
ArticleA digital avatar helps us build multilingual e-learning faster, keep it consistent, and update content quickly. Melissa shows how AI in e-learning is about…
What my grandmother taught me about integrity matters more than ever
ArticleIntegrity is doing the right thing even when no one is watching. In a digital world, that is the foundation of trust, privacy, and secure collaboration.
Why an e-learning platform is the ideal choice for security awareness training
ArticleA strong e-learning platform makes awareness scalable: short modules, custom content, repetition, and reporting. Relevance and flexibility matter more than…
Security awareness is the key to protecting your business from cyberattacks
ArticleTechnology alone is not enough. Security awareness reduces human risk through recognition, repetition, and reporting—building a culture that learns faster and…
How companies survive the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA)
ArticleDORA requires demonstrable operational resilience: inventory, risk assessment, testing, third-party management and crisis organization. Three practical steps…
Why security awareness programs fail: causes and practical fixes
ArticleAwareness programs rarely fail because of content. They fail because of missing leadership, lack of repetition, poor relevance, and weak follow-up.
How to engage employees in security awareness
ArticleAwareness works only when employees feel ownership. Use relatable scenarios, psychological safety, champions, and rhythm to increase participation and…
ISO/IEC 27002:2022 updated: what does this mean for your security awareness program?
ArticleISO/IEC 27002:2022 makes awareness more explicit within “People controls”. Organizations need role-based, repeatable, and measurable training aligned with ISO…
How we revolutionized security awareness training with 2LRN4
Article2LRN4 started from frustration with overly technical, patronizing awareness. We built a flexible platform focused on behavior: short modules, custom content,…
Step by step: complying with the Government Baseline Information Security (BIO)
ArticleBIO control 7.2.2 requires demonstrable awareness, education and training. A role- and risk-based approach makes this practical and auditable.
Step-by-step compliance with the Baseline Information Security for Government (BIO)
ArticleDo you need to comply with the BIO (Baseline Information Security for Government) and demonstrably meet the requirements of BIO 7.2.2 (awareness, education,…
Best solutions for phishing simulations in organizations
ArticlePhishing simulations work best as a learning tool: realistic scenarios, clear communication, strong reporting, and a focus on reporting behavior—not blame.
Use mobile data or secure Wi-Fi while traveling
ArticlePublic Wi-Fi is convenient but risky: eavesdropping, rogue hotspots, and malware are common. These practical steps help you stay safer abroad—on phone and…
Why would you need a VPN?
ArticleA VPN encrypts your connection on untrusted networks. Useful for travel and remote work, but not a silver bullet: MFA, patching and safe behavior remain…
The phish dives into the 2LRN4 security awareness platform
ArticleHow phishing campaigns work in 2LRN4: pick scenarios by difficulty and topic, target teams, give feedback, and track results in dashboards.
How do you measure security awareness?
GuideIs awareness of privacy and security risks measurable? It is often said that the greatest security and privacy risk is between the keyboard and the chair. Just…
Gamification to strengthen security awareness: does it really work?
ArticleGamification can boost awareness with badges, rewards, and feedback—if psychological safety is protected. Avoid blame and optimize for engagement.
Create a successful security awareness program
ArticleA successful awareness program is driven by meaning, segmentation, communication, and rhythm. Use these 6 steps to make it practical and measurable.
Working from home is mainly online
ArticleAs a result of Coronavirus, many organizations have employees working from home. We think that many of them seem quite used to this situation after a few days,…
What can you do against CEO fraud?
ArticleCEO fraud is targeted phishing with urgency and credible context. Reduce risk with strict verification rules, strong email controls (SPF/DKIM/DMARC), MFA, and…
Medical personal data is highly valuable to attackers
ArticleMedical data is sensitive, long-lasting, and profitable. That is why healthcare is targeted by ransomware, extortion, and identity fraud. Here are key risks…
What is security awareness
ArticleWhat exactly is security awareness? What is the meaning of security awareness? Security awareness is also known as security awareness. Security awareness is…
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