Live phishing tests not getting the results you want? Here’s what to do.
Over 10 years ago, live phishing tests emerged as a new innovation in security awareness. IT Security managers would have their team send out fake phishing emails to all staff; to test for vulnerabilities and provide a “teachable moment”. What was once considered an...
Three key variables you need to optimize for a successful phishing simulation program
As phishing simulations become a common method of testing employee vulnerability to phishing attacks, there are a variety of approaches and styles used to run these types of campaigns, which are often driven by different objectives from various stakeholders. For...
The three executive perspectives on phishing tests
There are three executive perspectives on using phishing tests – all based on their understanding of culture and/or economics. Here are the different perspectives: 1. Let’s aim to REDUCE click rates Trying to REDUCE click rates assumes a consistent,...
Why live phishing tests suck – Reason #3: Embarrassment of employees
It may seem like a small issue to some. But this is serious. IT Managers have NO IDEA what may trigger a major personal crisis for employees. For example, topics such as: 1. Sex2. Drugs and medications3. Religious issue … are very personal to each of us. If an...
Why live phishing tests suck – Reason #2: Impossibly difficult tests
Leaving only hard clues causes frustration and rebellion. This hurts the relationship between IT Security and employees. It’s not about trying to prove that you can create a message that will trick everyone. People will lose confidence in their ability to spot...
If you’re battling cyber and compliance risks, Click Armor can engage your team by using gamified simulations and challenges to avoid breaches and build a strong security culture.
