This Arista white paper stresses that employee error remains one of the biggest cybersecurity risks, with phishing, misdirected emails, and poor awareness leading to costly breaches. It recommends ongoing training starting from onboarding and reinforced quarterly. Training should cover threats like malware, ransomware, phishing, and deep fakes; emphasize strong password practices, 2FA, and web/email vigilance. Practical steps include simulations, phishing tests, and breach drills to build a “human firewall.” By embedding cyber awareness into culture, businesses can cut risks, strengthen compliance, and safeguard data against evolving attacks.

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