Education - the most effective defense against cyber threats

Did you know that as much as 88% of security breaches are caused by human error? Not faulty software or unknown zero-day vulnerabilities, but seemingly harmless actions—clicking on a malicious link or entering login credentials on a fake website. That’s why more and more organizations are turning to solutions like Terranova Security by Fortra, which focus on building awareness and educating users.

What is Terranova Security?

Terranova Security is an educational platform that enables organizations to run security awareness campaigns focused on cyber threats. It was designed with non-technical users in mind—those who don’t work in IT but still represent the organization’s first line of defense.

Terranova offers:

• Phishing simulations (standard and advanced)
• Interactive training modules
• User risk scoring reports and analytics
• Personalized content tailored to language, organizational culture, and industry

What makes Terranova Security stand out?

One key factor is its collaboration with Microsoft—Terranova was selected as the official phishing simulation partner for Microsoft Defender for Office 365.

Instead of punishing mistakes, the platform focuses on learning through experience. If a user clicks a malicious link during a simulation, they immediately receive a short micro-training and direct feedback. This is an effective method that teaches caution in practice, not just theory.

Thanks to content availability in over 40 languages, global companies can deliver consistent training campaigns worldwide. What’s more, the platform boasts an NPS (Net Promoter Score) exceeding 90, reflecting very high customer satisfaction with training quality and ease of deployment.

Facts worth knowing

Organizations that implement Terranova Security’s training programs report up to a 70% reduction in phishing incidents within the first six months. The average time to complete a micro-training session is just a few minutes, making the program easy to adopt even in busy workplaces. Terranova’s phishing simulations record an average click rate of around 10%, helping organizations accurately measure employee risk.

Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Every October, Terranova Security runs free global education campaigns as part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. These campaigns include:

• Ready-made phishing templates
• Training kits
• Internal communication materials

In 2023, over 1,000 organizations from 98 countries took part.

Want to implement an effective awareness program in your company?

Terranova Security is a solution that genuinely enhances organizational security by turning users into aware and proactive participants in data protection. This solution is available in our distribution portfolio. If you'd like to learn more or try the platform in practice, feel free to get in touch.