Phishing, a deceptive tactic used by threat actors to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information, continues to be a primary avenue for cyberattacks. According to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, or CISA, a majority of successful cyberattacks — over 90% — originate from phishing emails. These emails often mimic legitimate communications from trusted sources, such as banks, government agencies or companies, in an attempt to lure unsuspecting recipients into clicking malicious links or opening attachments.
One of the most effective ways to combat phishing attacks is through security awareness training, which involves educating employees about the tactics used by threat actors and teaching them how to identify and avoid phishing attempts. Simulation platforms, which create realistic phishing scenarios, play a crucial role in this training process. By exposing employees to various phishing attacks, these platforms help them develop the skills and knowledge needed to recognize and respond to such threats.
But, managing simulation platforms and crafting convincing, efficient phishing campaigns is time-consuming and resource-intensive. Security teams often face challenges in maintaining the platforms, developing realistic phishing scenarios and tracking employee engagement. These demands divert valuable time and energy away from other critical security tasks. Therefore, organizations struggle to implement effective phishing training programs.
GuidePoint Security, a cybersecurity solutions provider enabling organizations to make smarter decisions and minimize risk, has a solution to that with its new Phishing as a Service offering.
GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions that minimize risk. Their experts act as trusted advisors to understand businesses and their challenges.
By putting phishing simulation tools into the hands of experienced Attack Simulation Operators, GuidePoint Security’s new Phishing as a Service helps organizations maximize the value of their security investment.
GuidePoint Security’s Phishing as a Service offering includes simulation campaign planning and execution, customized dashboard creation, in-depth report generation and training coordination associated with campaigns.
The offering is designed to integrate into workflows, easily align with organizational goals and show customized results in real-time. Users are provided with a clear and accurate roadmap to better security.
“Our innovative Phishing as a Service optimizes your phishing simulation toolkit by leveraging the latest technologies and our highly-trained experts to deliver realistic campaigns, effectively educating your workforce and providing valuable insights into this critical risk area,” said Victor Wieczorek, senior vice president, offensive security at GuidePoint Security.
Edited by
Greg Tavarez
