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The Role of Human Factors in the LastPass Breach
May 6, 2024, 4:11 a.m. | Niroop Sugunaraj
cs.CR updates on arXiv.org arxiv.org
Abstract: This paper examines the complex nature of cyber attacks through an analysis of the LastPass breach. It argues for the integration of human-centric considerations into cybersecurity measures, focusing on mitigating factors such as goal-directed behavior, cognitive overload, human biases (e.g., optimism, anchoring), and risky behaviors. Findings from an analysis of this breach offers support to the perspective that addressing both the human and technical dimensions of cyber defense can significantly enhance the resilience of cyber …
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