HR Magazine – Employee data breaches hit five-year high

In 2023, employee data breaches rose by 41%, while ransomware attacks on employee data grew by 57%, according to an analysis by Nockolds law firm. Experts insist that HR departments must bear shared responsibility for data security. A culture of cybersecurity education needs to be promoted for all staff by HR departments, in collaboration with IT and security teams. This includes regular, simplified microlearning and adopting cyber security policies.