Human-Centric Cybersecurity

  1. Behavioral Science Applications
    1. Motivation and Security Behavior
      1. Intrinsic Motivation Factors
        1. Extrinsic Motivation Systems
          1. Self-Determination Theory
            1. Goal Setting Theory
              1. Expectancy Theory
              2. Habit Formation and Change
                1. Habit Loop Components
                  1. Building Positive Security Habits
                    1. Breaking Risky Behaviors
                      1. Environmental Cues and Triggers
                        1. Habit Stacking Techniques
                        2. Social Influence and Norms
                          1. Social Proof Mechanisms
                            1. Peer Influence Effects
                              1. Group Conformity Pressures
                                1. Social Identity and Security
                                  1. Descriptive vs Injunctive Norms
                                  2. Nudge Theory in Security
                                    1. Choice Architecture Principles
                                      1. Default Options Design
                                        1. Feedback and Visibility
                                          1. Timing and Context
                                            1. Examples of Security Nudges
                                            2. Behavior Change Models
                                              1. Transtheoretical Model
                                                1. Theory of Planned Behavior
                                                  1. Health Belief Model
                                                    1. Social Cognitive Theory
                                                      1. Implementation Intentions

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                                                    5. Social Engineering Attacks