: A NIST research document that challenges the "users are the weakest link" narrative in security, focusing instead on "security fatigue" and usability challenges.
Research regarding spans various fields, primarily focusing on user-centered design, behavior, privacy, and engagement. Notable papers and research areas include: User Experience & Personas : A NIST research document that challenges the
Users are not stupid: Six cyber security pitfalls overturned : A systematic literature review analyzing the gap
: A short paper from researchers at UC Berkeley investigating whether past user decisions can predict future responses to location access prompts on mobile apps. primarily focusing on user-centered design
: A systematic literature review analyzing the gap between users' high concern for privacy and their actual behavior, which often includes minimal steps to protect data.
: This paper investigates how Personas (fictional characterizations of user segments) can be better utilized throughout the software development process to maintain empathy and alignment with user needs.