No matter how effective cybersecurity systems get at keeping data safe, users themselves will always be a weak link in the chain, and new features in the Microsoft Intelligent Security Graph help enterprises to see just how weak those links are. The new tracking tool, which was announced ahead of the industry-leading RSA conference, lets organizations simulate a large-scale phishing attack on their employees, giving them data on how staffs respond to these increasingly common crimes.
White hat phishing simulations aren't new, but they typically come at a price that makes them unrealistic for small and medium-sized businesses. The new phishing test under the Microsoft Intelligent Security Graph will be easy for any IT team to use, and it should be affordable enough to make it a practical analysis tool for businesses.
Benevolent Phishing Programs
The Microsoft Intelligent Security Graph Now Includes a Phishing Sim
Trend Themes
1. Phishing Attack Simulations - Opportunity for businesses to assess and improve their employees' ability to respond to phishing attacks using affordable and accessible simulations.
2. User-focused Cybersecurity - Potential to prioritize user education and awareness in cybersecurity strategies by identifying weak links and implementing targeted training programs.
3. Data-driven Security - Advancement in cybersecurity tools that provide organizations with actionable data on employee response to phishing attacks, allowing for more informed decision-making.
Industry Implications
1. Cybersecurity - Opportunity for cybersecurity companies to offer affordable and user-friendly phishing simulation software to businesses of all sizes.
2. Employee Training and Development - Potential for training and development companies to develop tailored programs to educate employees on identifying and responding to phishing attacks effectively.
3. Data Analytics - Increasing demand for data analysis tools and services that help organizations gain insights into employee behavior and response patterns in the context of cybersecurity.