Cyber Accessibility

Posted by mctracy On August 7, 2023

Accessibility should be extended to all realms, not just physical. Cyber accessibility is important in that the more accessible cyber security methods and procedures are, the stronger cyber security will become in general.

“People depend on these digital services for essential online services, including financial, housing, welfare, healthcare and educational services. Inclusive security ensures that such services are as widely accessible as possible and provides digital protections to users regardless of the individual’s capabilities, abilities and resources.” (Security Intelligence).

There are many ways to make cyber security more accessible to everyone.

“Fingerprints are generally more accessible then typing numbers and letters, as indicated by the research paper, Understanding Authentication Method Use on Mobile Devices by People with Vision Impairment.7 The majority of 325 study participants, who were blind or low vision, said that fingerprint authentication was the most secure and accessible method available to them.” (Security.org).

Despite this progress in accessibility, it remains a large issue in society. Without proper accessibility, cyber security suffers.

“Accessibility issues remain a major challenge for those who are digitally excluded. According to 2022 data from the World Bank, approximately 3 billion people worldwide remain offline due to factors like income, geography, education and disability.” (Security Intelligence).

Cyber-attacks are more likely to occur when accessibility is an issue.

“When it comes to cyber threats, accessibility issues are a significant concern for those who are digitally excluded and can immensely impact an individual’s capacity to protect themselves.” (Security Intelligence).

Therefore, it is the responsibility of the cyber security industry to make sure that accessibility is a priority when shaping the services available to the public.

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