PHISHING STIMULATION

Ensuring Compliance in Phishing Campaign Training.

At Company ABC, a recent phishing campaign report revealed that six employees failed their internal mandatory phishing awareness training. The campaign was designed to educate employees on recognizing and avoiding phishing attempts, with automated reminders set to encourage timely completion. However, the compliance team noticed that some employees were still vulnerable due to incomplete training.

The compliance team's objective was to ensure that all employees completed the training within the designated timeframe. The team aimed to prevent the accumulation of unfinished training from multiple campaigns, which could lead to delays and employee fatigue. The goal was to maintain a security-first mindset across the organization by reinforcing the importance of cybersecurity awareness.

The compliance team investigated the training campaign's setup and discovered that automated reminders were sent bi-weekly during the phishing campaign. Additionally, employees were given an extra seven days to complete the training after the campaign ended. If employees still failed to complete the training, manual reminders and training assignments were issued. The compliance team emphasized the need for consistent follow-up to avoid piling up training obligations, which could dilute the effectiveness of the program.

The team also considered the impact of delayed training on employees' vulnerability to phishing attempts. To address this, they coordinated with the training administrators to ensure that training deadlines aligned with the company's overall cybersecurity strategy. They also set up escalation procedures for repeat offenders who failed to complete multiple training sessions.

As a result of these efforts, the company was able to significantly improve its training completion rates. By enforcing strict deadlines and providing consistent reminders, the compliance team ensured that all employees completed their training before the next phishing campaign.

This proactive approach not only reduced the risk of phishing attacks but also reinforced the organization's commitment to cybersecurity. The team successfully instilled a security-first mindset among employees, emphasizing that everyone plays a crucial role in protecting the organization.