ABSTRACT Explaining cybersecurity concepts to the public is often challenging due to their complexity, leading to the wide use of metaphors, but their effectiveness remains underexplored. Building on prior work identifying eight metaphor categories, this study engaged six cybersecurity experts to evaluate their appropriateness and communicative value. Preliminary findings suggest replacing dominant fear‐based metaphors like war and crime with health and risk management frames that better promote public engagement and responsible behavior. Experts also offered guidance on crafting effective metaphors, emphasizing contextual clarity, precision, and relatability. By foregrounding key considerations in metaphor design, this study lays groundwork for building more responsible and accessible cybersecurity knowledge infrastructures, contributing to broader efforts in human‐centered science communication
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