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USF Study Reveals Effective Employee Training Against Phishing Scams

USF Study Reveals Effective Employee Training Against Phishing Scams

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ThreatCluster •March 12, 2026 at 13:27 UTC

A study led by the University of South Florida (USF) found that traditional phishing simulations can be counterproductive, causing defensiveness among employees and limiting their learning. The research suggests that on-the-spot phishing training may not be the most effective method for improving employee awareness and response to phishing attacks.

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