In this episode, we talk about:
- Why human factors is important when it comes to cybersecurity and why it’s still a relatively unexplored topic.
- The importance of communication and empathy in cybersecurity.
- Dr. Robinson’s research around low and medium vulnerabilities—and how their potential use in combination warrants additional attention.
- Dr. Robinson’s most recent research around “vulnerability chaining blindness” and why the words we use and a shared understanding are crucial for making progress in cybersecurity.
Dr. Nikki Robinson is a Security Architect and holds a Doctorate of Science in CyberSecurity, as well as several industry certifications (CISSP, CEH, MCITP, etc). She is currently working on a PhD in Human Factors and research in blending psychology and cybersecurity. With a background in IT Operations and Engineering, she moved into security several years ago.