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KnowBe4 and Microsoft Join Forces to Combat Online Risks

In a significant step towards bolstering cybersecurity, KnowBe4, a leading provider of a cybersecurity platform focused on comprehensive human risk management, has announced a new collaboration with Microsoft. This integrative effort will see KnowBe4's SecurityCoach integrated with the Microsoft Edge for Business browser, enhancing the ability to recognize and respond to risky online behaviors rapidly.

As cyber threats targeting browsers have surged, necessitating proactive risk mitigation strategies from security experts worldwide, the need for innovative solutions has never been greater. A report by Menlo Security revealed an astonishing 140% increase in browser-based phishing attacks, underlining the imperative for organizations to stay ahead of the curve in their cybersecurity measures.

The integration of SecurityCoach with Microsoft Edge for Business harnesses native security signals to detect high-risk online activities, offering beneficial learning opportunities within seconds of identifying a threat. Targeted behaviors include the reuse of passwords, attempts to access blocked sites, and attempts to bypass security warnings. As one of the few human risk management platforms boasting a built-in reporting connectivity feature within Microsoft Edge for Business, this collaboration empowers organizations within the Microsoft ecosystem to maximize their investment in KnowBe4 and foster a stronger, security-oriented corporate culture.

Stuart Clark, Vice President of Product Strategy at KnowBe4, remarked, “This new integration is a perfect example of transforming human-centric cybersecurity risks into educational opportunities that ultimately protect businesses. The successful integration launched earlier this year with Microsoft Defender for Office 365 and KnowBe4 Defend has laid the groundwork for further innovation with Microsoft. By bridging the gaps between technology defenses and user interactions, we can turn the most significant potential vulnerabilities into our strongest assets. We are excited to roll out this service to users globally to enhance security measures.”

Arunesh Chandra, Principal Product Manager for Microsoft Edge for Business, added, “With browsers becoming the primary workspace for users, safeguarding this critical endpoint is crucial. We are thrilled that the integration of KnowBe4 SecurityCoach with Microsoft Edge will support organizations in improving their human risk management and fortifying their security posture.”

For those keen to delve deeper into this collaboration, further details can be found in this blog. Additional insights into the integration of KnowBe4 Defend with Microsoft Defender for Office 365 can be accessed here.

About KnowBe4

KnowBe4 is dedicated to helping employees make smarter security decisions daily. With over 70,000 global customers, KnowBe4 supports organizations by strengthening security culture and implementing effective human risk management practices. Their comprehensive, AI-driven “best-of-suite” platform facilitates transformative human behavior and constructs a robust defense against modern cyber threats. KnowBe4's HRM+ platform includes security awareness and compliance training, cloud email security, real-time coaching, cloud anti-phishing solutions, and AI defense agents. As a vendor specialized in human risk management, KnowBe4 uniquely positions itself to convert employees from the primary target of breaches into powerful layers of defense within organizations.