Just 10% of employees are responsible for 73% of cyber risk. This also means that a small fraction of employees (specifically 10%) are responsible for 73% of risky behaviour.
Just 10% of employees are responsible for 73% of cyber risk. This also means that a small fraction of employees (specifically 10%) are responsible for 73% of risky behaviour. — This cybersecurity statistic was published by Living Security in July 2025. It covers topics including Human risk. The original data appears in 2025 State of Human Cyber Risk Report. For the full methodology and detailed findings, refer to the original report.
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Just 10% of employees are responsible for 73% of cyber risk. This also means that a small fraction of employees (specifically 10%) are responsible for 73% of risky behaviour. This data was published by Living Security and covers Human risk.
Where does this data come from?
This statistic comes from 2025 State of Human Cyber Risk Report, published by Living Security on July 22, 2025. You can view the original report at https://www.livingsecurity.com/2025-human-risk-report-key-cybersecurity-insights.
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This statistic relates to Human risk. Browse more statistics on Human risk or from Living Security.