Why is security training important?

Theprimary purpose of security trainingis to reduce the likelihood and impact of attacks—especially human-centric threats such as phishing, social engineering, and credential theft. While training may also support compliance and efficiency, its most critical role is risk reduction.

Humans are often the weakest link in security. Awareness training helps users recognize threats, follow secure practices, and respond appropriately to suspicious activity, significantly lowering the organization’s attack surface.