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June 11, 2026Science DiscoveryOpen Access

Cybersecurity Awareness and Social Engineering Vulnerabilities Among Public Sector Employees in Saudi Arabia: An Empirical Assessment

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KAKhaled AlmadhiOOOlumide OjoSHSyed Mehmood Hasan

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Overview

Quantitative assessment reveals vulnerabilities in cybersecurity awareness among public sector employees, highlighting training needs.

Key Points

  • This study aims to assess cybersecurity awareness and identify social engineering vulnerabilities among public sector employees in Saudi Arabia.
  • Quantitative research design using a structured online survey
  • Target population includes public sector employees in Saudi Arabia
  • Data analysis involved descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, t-tests, and regression modelling.
  • Cybersecurity training significantly enhances awareness and reduces vulnerabilities.
  • Organisational policy clarity and supportive culture improve secure practices.
  • Gaps exist in awareness and response to social engineering tactics like phishing and baiting.

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Almadhi et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a2a512e80c8f91e7f39d7d0https://doi.org/10.11648/j.sd.20261403.18
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