Verena Zimmermann

The talk sheds light on the complex interplay of humans and technology in cybersecurity. It provides insights into the relevance of the human factor in cybersecurity and explains why it is not sufficient to make cybersecurity technologies usable to enhance security. Rather than independent system components or even “enemies”, humans and technology should be considered as a team. Augmenting each other’s strengths can enhance resilience, i.e., the ability to adapt to unforeseen circumstances – which is crucial in uncertain times.

To illustrate the ideas, the talk provides insights from current research projects such as on designing AI-based decision-support tools for cybersecurity experts.