Preventing account takeovers starts with preparation and succeeds with layered defense. While attackers continue to evolve their tactics, organizations can stay ahead by combining user education with advanced security technology.
Begin by equipping employees with the knowledge to recognize and resist threats. Anyone with access to sensitive information should be trained to use security tools effectively and identify signs of phishing and social engineering.
Ongoing education is key, especially as attacks become more personalized and deceptive.
Key steps to train your employees include:
Training employees to recognize phishing and social engineering
Reinforcing the need to verify unusual financial or data requests
Ensuring proper use of security tools already in place
Updating internal policies as threat tactics evolve
But awareness alone isn’t enough. Sophisticated threats often bypass legacy defenses, which underscores the need for modern, AI-native solutions that detect anomalies in behavior and communication patterns.
Abnormal provides complete protection against internal and third-party account takeovers. By leveraging behavioral AI, the platform automatically identifies and blocks suspicious activity, stopping threats before they reach inboxes. Whether it’s a spear phishing attempt or a compromised vendor account, Abnormal ensures your organization stays secure.
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