Security awareness training strategies for account takeover protection
Why you need an inside-the-perimeter strategy for internal threats


Insider threat detection is quickly becoming a critical priority for IT departments.
While most organizations have effective defenses against malware and viruses, and some have solutions for advanced threat protection, few companies today have considered an inside-the-perimeter strategy for remediation of internal threats.
This whitepaper uncovers the latest data around internal threats, along with the training strategies to ensure your organization is well equipped for effective account takeover protection.
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