<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true"><li>A recent study by Keepnet reveals that 71% of new hires click on phishing emails within 3 months of starting their job, making them 44% more susceptible to phishing and social engineering attacks compared to seasoned employees.</li><li>The survey, based on responses from 237 companies, highlights that new employees lack adequate security training during onboarding and are more likely to be targeted due to their inexperience.</li><li>New hires are particularly vulnerable to phishing attacks impersonating top company officials like the CEO or HR, with a 45% higher likelihood of falling for such emails compared to experienced staff.</li><li>Providing adaptive phishing simulations and behavior-based training to new employees can reduce phishing risk by 30% post-onboarding, emphasizing the importance of early and continuous cybersecurity training for all staff.</li></ul>

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