In today’s digital age, cybercriminals have become increasingly adept at launching sophisticated phishing attacks, preying on human vulnerabilities and exploiting cognitive limitations.
Despite various technical measures to combat phishing, organizations continue to face breaches due to the success of these deceptive campaigns. It’s time for a fresh approach to cybersecurity that takes into account human behavior and decision-making processes.
OutThink’s Phishing Simulation product offers a comprehensive solution that not only tests employees’ awareness of social engineering techniques but also serves as an effective ‘just in time’ training exercise for compromised users.
The Cognitive Dilemma
As humans, we are constantly bombarded with decisions to make, both big and small. However, our brains have limitations, and we can only consciously process a small fraction of these choices. This leads to the reliance on intuitive, subconscious decision-making for around 95% of our daily actions. While this is a natural survival mechanism, it also opens us up to phishing attacks, where cybercriminals exploit these subconscious behaviors to trick employees into clicking on malicious links.
The Flaw in Traditional Approaches
Most existing interventions to combat phishing focus primarily on conscious processing and technical solutions, such as email filters. However, these methods often neglect the inherent cognitive limitations of employees and fail to address the need for alternative strategies when dealing with phishing attempts.
Understanding the “Why” Behind a Click
Unlike traditional solutions that focus on the “what” and “who” aspects of phishing incidents (clicks and reports), OutThink goes a step further by providing insights into the “why” behind a click – the underlying reasons that influence employee behaviour. OutThink leverage Machine learning and Natural Language Processing (NLP) and sentiment analysis to uncover common patterns across the organization. With this knowledge, tailored 5-minute training modules are automatically delivered to raise awareness effectively.
This unique feature empowers organizations to gain deeper insights into user actions, enabling them to tailor their training and awareness programs more effectively.
This entire process is data-intensive, both in terms of the inputs used to generate individual phishing messages and the telemetry gathered as people engage with the process. All these insights are collected and provided to users, line managers, and C-suite administrators, creating a virtuous circle of improved intelligence and enhanced risk
Trusted by Experts, Recognized by Leaders
OutThink’s Phishing Simulation product has earned accolades from renowned cybersecurity authorities like Gartner, Forrester, Gigaom, and ISF. Its innovative approach, powered by ML/NLP sets it apart as a trusted protector in the cyber world.
OutThink’s Phishing Simulation tool equips organizations with a powerful arsenal to combat phishing attacks effectively. By providing valuable insights into user behavior, offering targeted training, and empowering administrators with comprehensive reporting, this solution strengthens cybersecurity defenses and helps create a more resilient workforce in the face of ever-evolving cyber threats.
