Corporate security teams often focus on the executive's devices, travel, and office behavior, but the threat surface extends into the home. According to Dark Reading, the people closest to an executive must also match their security posture, because the weakest link in a family can become the entry point for an attack.
This means spouses, children, and other household members need training on basics like phishing, social engineering, and safe device use. If a family member clicks a malicious link or shares too much online, an attacker may gain a foothold that leads back to the executive's credentials or sensitive data.
The article argues that security awareness should not stop at the office door. Organizations that want to protect their leaders should consider extending education and best practices to the executive's immediate circle, treating the household as part of the corporate perimeter.