An D.S.¹ (Khabarovsk, Russian Federation) – 2019100305@pnu.edu.ru; Zufarova A.S.¹ (Khabarovsk, Russian Federation) – 006694@pnu.edu.ru

¹Pacific State University

Abstract. In the modern world, information technology occupies a central place in the activities of organizations, states and individuals. The digital transformation of business and the widespread use of the Internet have led to the fact that information has become one of the most valuable resources. However, with increasing dependence on technology, the number of threats related to cybersecurity is also increasing. One of the most dangerous and widespread threats is social engineering. Social engineering remains one of the main threats in the world of cybersecurity due to its flexibility and ability to circumvent technical protection measures. Voice forgery, human image, installation and creation of fake videos, leased call centers with fraudulent operators, calls from special services or a bank, the use of artificial intelligence, phishing SaaS services are only a small part of modern fraudsters’ tools that hack the person himself, not security systems or machines. Phishing is the most common and successful form of cyberbullying in modern society. In the context of constantly growing technologies: online services, computer applications and mobile phishing methods are becoming more unpredictable and unexpected for society. All these facts emphasize the importance of the problem and reveal the need for effective methods to combat phishing. Understanding various types of social engineering and training employees in safe behavior rules help reduce the risks of successful attacks. Interactive phishing awareness training plays a key role in improving cybersecurity in organizations. These trainings help employees recognize and avoid phishing, which helps reduce risks and enhance the overall security culture. This article examines the impact of interactive trainings on employee awareness and their effectiveness in teaching the skill of safe behavior with emails.

Keywords: social engineering, phishing, interactive training, education, security, e-mail newsletters, result, information protection.

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For citation: An D.S., Zufarova A.S. The impact of interactive training on awareness information about phishing attacks. CITISE, 2025, no. 1, pp. 41-52.