Human Vulnerability Scanner

Uncovering Hidden Vulnerabilities Traditional Tools Overlook

Transforming the human element of security through evidence-based behavioural interventions

Executive Summary

Privci is a research‑driven platform — the Human Vulnerability Scanner — that addresses the human element of cybersecurity at a deeper, more scientific level. Rather than relying on static awareness training, Privci focuses on sustainable behavioural change through targeted, evidence‑based interventions.

Our approach is grounded in computational methods, combining advanced AI techniques with established behaviour‑change models from psychology to understand, predict, and influence real‑world security behaviour.

67%
Lower incident response costs
54%
Increase in secure decision‑making
73%
Improvement in security culture
100%
Compliance alignment

The APIR Framework

Our method is operationalised through a structured, cyclical framework called APIR (Assess, Personalise, Intervene, Reassess), creating a continuous feedback loop that strengthens security behaviour over time.

1
Assess

Continuous data synthesis from user behaviour, policies, and threat intelligence to build dynamic behavioural profiles

2
Personalise

Advanced behavioural modelling across individual and archetype layers for context-aware risk assessment

3
Intervene

Targeted interventions from 10 specialised Direct Interventions powered by AI-driven reasoning layer

4
Reassess

Continuous evaluation using reinforcement learning to refine intervention strategies for each behavioural profile

Continuous Feedback Loop

The Human Vulnerability Scanner

The central component of Privci operates continuously in the background, using lightweight browser‑based agents to observe and measure how employees respond to real, contemporary cyber threats.

Scan Design & Approach

The assessment uses a comprehensive scanning methodology that monitors user interactions across multiple security domains over 15–90 days, providing a realistic, real‑world view of how employees behave under normal working conditions.

Key Assessment Metrics

OHRP Matrix Visualisation

OHRP Levels:
Low (0-19%)
Medium (20-49%)
High (50-70%)
Critical (71-100%)
HVI
Human Vulnerability Index

Measures individual susceptibility to security threats

TEI
Threat Exposure Index

Quantitative organisational exposure to specific threats

OHRP
Organisational Human Risk Posture

Holistic measure of overall human‑centric risk

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Behavioural Archetypes

User classifications based on psychological patterns

COM‑B Behavioural Model

Our interventions are grounded in the COM‑B model of behaviour change, enabling us to understand a user's Capability, Opportunity, and Motivation—the three essential components for sustainable behavioural change.

Capability

Do users have the knowledge and skills required?

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Opportunity

Does their environment make it easy (or even possible) to do it?

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Motivation

Do they want to do it, and do they see the value in doing it?

Behaviour Change

Users consistently adopt secure cybersecurity practices.

Capability

The psychological and physical ability to engage in secure behaviour. Includes knowledge, skills, and understanding of security protocols.

Training Interventions
Just-in-Time Guidance
Opportunity

External factors that make secure behaviour possible. Includes organisational policies, tools, and environmental cues that support security practices.

Policy Alignment
Environmental Restructuring
Motivation

Brain processes that energise and direct behaviour. Includes both reflective (planned) and automatic (habitual) motivation for security practices.

Incentives & Rewards
Social Comparison

The Privci Engines

Our comprehensive platform combines five specialised engines to address the full spectrum of human cybersecurity risk.

1
Policy Keeper

Transforms internal security policies into actionable guidance and training resources

2
Awareness Engine

Multi-layered training across three streams with real-time correction and gamified learning

3
Change Engine

Transforms behavioural data into targeted interventions using COM‑B model

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Phish Aware

Dedicated phishing‑resilience module with 800+ templates and gamified challenges

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Business Watch

Digital footprint analysis with real‑time enforcement and dark web monitoring

Policy Keeper

Transforms internal security policies into actionable guidance with 120+ customisable templates. Centralised Policy Hub with real-time tracking and audit‑ready evidence.

ROI: Automates manual processes, reduces administrative overhead by 60%, ensures complete accountability.

Awareness Engine

Multi-layered training across Baseline, CyberSkills, and Policy Training streams with real-time correction and gamified learning.

ROI: Reduces repeat violations by 67%, cuts training costs by 45%, meets mandatory compliance requirements.

Change Engine

Transforms behavioural data into targeted interventions using COM‑B model. Includes Behaviour Engine with 10 Direct Interventions.

ROI: Moves from "training delivered" to "risk reduced," prevents incidents before escalation.

Phish Aware

Dedicated phishing‑resilience module with 800+ templates, Live Template Suggestions, and gamified Phish Challenge.

ROI: Reduces successful phishing attacks by 85%, meets PCI DSS, HIPAA, ISO 27001 requirements.

Business Watch

Digital footprint analysis with Exposure Scan, Data Guard (real‑time enforcement), and Dark Web Search for leaked credentials.

ROI: Identifies Shadow IT risks, prevents browser‑based data leakage, provides early credential breach detection.

ROI Analysis & Financial Impact

Privci delivers measurable financial returns through reduced incidents, lower training costs, and improved operational efficiency.

Quantifiable Benefits

67%
Lower incident response costs
54%
Increase in secure decision‑making
73%
Improvement in security culture
100%
Compliance alignment

Cost-Benefit Analysis (Sample 500-person organisation)

Metric Before Privci After Privci Improvement
Human‑caused Security Incidents 24 6 -75%
Average Cost per Incident £15,000 £7,500 -50%
Annual Training & Awareness Spend £50,000 £27,500 -45%
Policy & Compliance Admin Time 120 hours/month 48 hours/month -60%
Productivity Lost to Security Friction 10 hours/employee/year 4 hours/employee/year -60%

Compliance Framework Alignment

Privci aligns with established cybersecurity frameworks and regulations, ensuring comprehensive coverage of human‑factor security considerations.

NIST CSF

Privci supports the human‑centric elements of the NIST CSF across the core functions:

Identify (ID.AM, ID.GV, ID.RA)
Protect (PR.AT)
Detect (DE.CM)
Respond (RS.CO)
Recover (RC.IM)
ISO 27001

Privci supports the human‑factor requirements within Annex A, particularly:

A.6 – People Controls
A.7 – Physical Controls (Human Interaction)
A.8 – Technological Controls (User Behaviour)
CIS Controls

Privci directly supports the human‑centric controls within CIS:

Control 14 – Security Awareness & Skills Training
Control 17 – Incident Response Management (Human Behaviour)
Control 7 – Email & Browser Protections (Human Interaction)

Why Privci?

Because real security starts with people. Privci blends behavioural science with intelligent automation to create a workforce that makes safer decisions every day — reducing incidents, strengthening compliance, and building a culture where secure behaviour becomes second nature.

Start with a free 30‑day Human Vulnerability Scan and see exactly where your risks lie — and how quickly Privci can transform your security culture.