AI use in cyberattacks raises worker cybersecurity concerns

More than half of U.S. workers are concerned their organization will be hit by a cyberattack, according to a new EY survey.

The 2024 Human Risk in Cybersecurity Report surveyed 1,000 U.S.-based full and part-time workers across the public and private sectors whose work requires the use of a computer.

The consulting firm found what it described as “widespread concerns” from workers about cyber attacks and the potential for AI to heighten risks.

The survey says around one-third of respondents (34%) expressed concern that their own actions could leave their employers open to an attack.

EY found younger workers, Gen Z and Millennials, were the most fearful of causing potential risks. Younger respondents also admitted to feeling unequipped to identify potential cyber threats in the workplace.

EY’s survey asked workers their views on AI’s impact on cyber attacks. The consulting firm found that 85% of respondents said they felt AI was making cyberattacks more sophisticated, while 78% expressed concern over AI causing increased amounts of attacks.

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