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KnowBe4, a global leader in cybersecurity, released its whitepaper “A Strategic Framework for Human Risk Management” on September 9, 2025, outlining a transformative approach to managing human-related cybersecurity risks. The framework shifts from traditional security awareness to a strategic, people-centric model that leverages data-driven insights and AI to strengthen organizational security culture.
KnowBe4 launches “A Strategic Framework for Human Risk Management” whitepaper.
Defines HRM as a people-centric approach to reduce human-related cyber risks.
Core principles: measure risk, engage employees, personalize training, use AI, and demonstrate value.
Addresses human behavior as a primary attack vector in escalating cyber threats.
Trusted by over 70,000 organizations worldwide.
Download the whitepaper at www.knowbe4.com.
KnowBe4’s HRM framework positions employees as an active defense layer against cyber threats, moving beyond static security training. “While security training remains a vital component of any defense strategy, it is time we shift towards human risk management as a holistic approach,” said Javvad Malik, lead CISO advisor at KnowBe4. The framework responds to the escalating cyber landscape, where human behavior is a primary attack vector, with 68-90% of incidents attributed to human actions or errors.
The whitepaper outlines five key principles for effective HRM:
Measure and Benchmark: Assess current human risk levels with baseline evaluations.
Engage and Empower: Foster a culture where security is a shared responsibility.
Adapt and Personalize: Deliver tailored training based on individual risk profiles.
AI and Automation: Leverage AI-driven tools for real-time feedback and interventions.
Demonstrate Value: Quantify the impact of HRM on security culture.
These principles aim to align security processes with employee motivations and daily pressures, empowering safer decision-making.
The framework emphasizes understanding employee behavior to reduce risks, moving away from rigid rules to adaptive strategies. By integrating AI-driven technology, such as real-time coaching and personalized insights, KnowBe4’s HRM+ platform fortifies user behavior against threats like phishing and social engineering. This approach transforms employees from potential vulnerabilities into a robust security asset.
Trusted by over 70,000 organizations, KnowBe4’s comprehensive platform includes modules for awareness training, cloud email security, and AI Defense Agents. The HRM framework complements these tools, offering a scalable solution to manage human risk globally.
KnowBe4 empowers workforces to make smarter security decisions every day. Trusted by over 70,000 organizations worldwide, KnowBe4 helps to strengthen security culture and manage human risk. KnowBe4 offers a comprehensive AI-driven ‘best-of-suite’ platform for Human Risk Management, creating an adaptive defense layer that fortifies user behavior against the latest cybersecurity threats. The HRM+ platform includes modules for awareness & compliance training, cloud email security, real-time coaching, crowdsourced anti-phishing, AI Defense Agents, and more.
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