Human Factors and Cybersecurity: The Psychology of Online Safety and Security (Current Issues in Cyberpsychology) - Hardcover

Hadlington, Lee; Ryding, Chloe

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1032833696 ISBN 13: 9781032833699

Publisher: Routledge, 2025

Synopsis

Human Factors and Cybersecurity examines the intricate interplay between human behaviour and digital security, offering a comprehensive exploration of how psychological, dispositional, and situational factors influence cybersecurity practices.

Bringing together information that is both research-informed and practical in nature, the book highlights how human behaviour and decisions can impact cybersecurity infrastructure. It covers a wide range of topics, including the foundations of cybersecurity, the risks posed by insider threats, and the importance of a human-centered approach. It examines the cognitive pitfalls and decision-making processes that can lead to security breaches and provides strategies for reducing human error. The book also includes case studies and real-world examples of cybersecurity breaches, and practical strategies and guidance for enhancing cybersecurity at an individual and organisational level.

Presenting state-of-the-art thinking related to the human factor in the context of cybersecurity, this book offers a clear grounding for researchers, professionals and students alike, and valuable insights for anyone looking to protect against threats in the digital world.

About this title

About the Author

Lee Hadlington is an Associate Professor in Cyberpsychology at Nottingham Trent University. His research focuses directly on aspects of risk and resilience in Cyberspace, with a particular emphasis on susceptibility to cybercrime, fake news and misinformation, cybersecurity, and information security.

Chloe Ryding is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at Nottingham Trent University. Her research focuses on on-line behaviour and well-being, with interests in social media use, misinformation and fake news, and cybersecurity.

Edition details

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1032833696
• ISBN 13: 9781032833699
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 306