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Which endpoint security solution capability reduces the effectiveness of spear phishing attacks?

The correct answer is B. behavioral analytics. Behavioral analytics is a key capability in endpoint security solutions that helps identify and block spear phishing attacks. By analyzing user behavior and detecting anomalies, such as unusual access patterns or atypical actions, behavioral analytics can identify potentially…

Submitted by jian89· Mar 30, 2026

Question

Which endpoint security solution capability reduces the effectiveness of spear phishing attacks?

Options

  • Afile retrospection
  • Bbehavioral analytics
  • Cantivirus scanning
  • Ddata loss prevention

How the community answered

(20 responses)
  • A
    5% (1)
  • B
    90% (18)
  • D
    5% (1)

Explanation

Behavioral analytics is a key capability in endpoint security solutions that helps identify and block spear phishing attacks. By analyzing user behavior and detecting anomalies, such as unusual access patterns or atypical actions, behavioral analytics can identify potentially compromised accounts or malicious activities associated with spear phishing. This proactive approach makes it more challenging for attackers to succeed, even if they manage to trick a user into clicking a malicious link or downloading a harmful file.

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#endpoint security#spear phishing#behavioral analytics

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