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Techday NZ
6 days ago
- Business
- Techday NZ
KnowBe4, Microsoft partner to enhance email security with AI
KnowBe4 has announced a strategic integration with Microsoft, aimed at improving email security for organisations using Microsoft 365. The announcement details that KnowBe4 Defend will work alongside Microsoft Defender for Office 365, specifically integrating with its quarantine functionality. This collaboration is part of Microsoft's Integrated Cloud Email Security (ICES) initiative, and it marks the first such partnership in the programme, establishing a new approach for security vendors to work together. Integrated strategy According to KnowBe4, the Defend platform is designed to complement Microsoft 365's existing protections by introducing agentic AI methods for advanced inbound threat detection. The integration is intended to allow organisations to retain their investment in Microsoft's security tools while benefiting from an additional, purpose-built layer of threat identification and response. "This new collaboration is driving meaningful innovation in cybersecurity. By combining Microsoft's email and collaboration security infrastructure with KnowBe4's leadership in human risk management and robust threat detection capabilities, organizations can now capitalize on a truly integrated defense strategy that benefits from the unique strengths of both platforms. We look forward to offering this to our global customers to help them enhance their security efforts," said Stuart Clark, VP of Product Strategy, KnowBe4. Detection and response The integration creates multiple concurrent layers of analysis, which KnowBe4 states will increase the likelihood of detecting and preventing threats from reaching end users. The combined capability draws on Microsoft Defender for Office 365's quarantine processes and KnowBe4 Defend's AI-based detection mechanisms. The set-up is intended to support existing investments in Microsoft security while enhancing the breadth and depth of threat analysis. Beyond improving threat identification at the point of entry, the combined platforms provide unified Security Operations Centre (SOC) tools. These are designed to speed up incident investigation, support root cause analysis and enable tactical responses, ultimately offering organisations greater visibility and control over email threats targeting their workforce. Focus on human risk management KnowBe4 positions itself as focused on human risk management in the cybersecurity sector. The company states it supports organisations in strengthening their security cultures and managing risks associated with human behaviour. Its AI-driven Human Risk Management platform includes modules for training, compliance, real-time coaching, crowdsourced anti-phishing, and AI-based defence agents, all aimed at empowering employees to make better security decisions. The company claims to be working with over 70,000 organisations globally, delivering a suite of security tools designed to adapt and respond to evolving cybersecurity threats. The HRM+ platform aims to transform end users into effective components of an organisation's overall security posture through education and active participation in identifying threats. The ICES ecosystem The strategic partnership with Microsoft places KnowBe4 as the first vendor to join Microsoft's ICES vendor ecosystem, which seeks to foster collaborations with select security firms. The ICES programme is intended to offer Microsoft 365 customers a broader set of defence capabilities by encouraging interoperability between Microsoft's platforms and specialist security vendors. With this integration, customers can continue to use Microsoft 365 and Defender for Office 365 services, while having the option to add an extra layer of AI-powered detection and response without duplicating existing resources or disrupting their operational processes. The collaboration is expected to provide a model for future integration between Microsoft and other security companies within the ICES framework. Both companies have emphasised that the approach is focused on building collective defences to mitigate the risks posed by sophisticated email-based threats. Follow us on: Share on:
Techday NZ
6 days ago
- Business
- Techday NZ
KnowBe4 integrates with Microsoft to boost email threat defence
KnowBe4 has announced a strategic integration with Microsoft Defender for Office 365, marking the first partnership within Microsoft's new Integrated Cloud Email Security (ICES) vendor ecosystem. This new collaboration brings KnowBe4's AI-powered threat detection and human risk management capabilities together with Microsoft's email security tools, aiming to create a more unified defence against email-based threats for organisations using Microsoft 365. According to KnowBe4, the integration is specifically designed to complement Microsoft 365's existing security infrastructure rather than replace it. By incorporating KnowBe4 Defend's advanced inbound threat detection, organisations can retain their current Microsoft security configuration while adding another protective layer focused on specialised threat identification and response. One of the main features of the integration is the seamless flow of KnowBe4 alerts directly into the Microsoft Defender quarantine console. This functionality enables security teams to manage threats and investigate alerts within a single interface, streamlining workflows and improving response efficiencies. The partnership is positioned as a significant development in Microsoft's ICES ecosystem, which promotes collaborative cybersecurity between Microsoft and third-party vendors. The approach reflects a broader trend in the industry towards integrated, interoperable solutions that support a layered security model. This new collaboration is driving meaningful innovation in cybersecurity. By combining Microsoft's email and collaboration security infrastructure with KnowBe4's leadership in human risk management and robust threat detection capabilities, organisations can now capitalise on a truly integrated defence strategy that benefits from the unique strengths of both platforms. We look forward to offering this to our global customers to help them enhance their security efforts. The integration aims to increase the probability of detecting and preventing sophisticated email threats before they can impact end users. By leveraging multiple methods of analysis and detection across both platforms, the solution offers organisations a multilayered approach to email security. Additionally, it provides security operations centres (SOC) unified tools for quick investigation, root cause analysis, and tactical response to incidents. KnowBe4 describes its platform as an AI-driven system for human risk management, used by more than 70,000 organisations globally. The company's HRM+ platform features modules such as security awareness and compliance training, cloud email security, real-time coaching, crowdsourced anti-phishing services, and AI defence agents. The integration with Microsoft Defender for Office 365 expands this toolkit, allowing organisations already invested in Microsoft's email security products to build upon their existing defences. The new collaboration provides a practical example of how security vendors can cooperate to deliver enhanced protection for their shared customer base. The inclusion of KnowBe4 as the first vendor in Microsoft's ICES ecosystem is expected to encourage further partnerships and integrations, supporting an industry shift towards a more collaborative and integrated security landscape. Follow us on: Share on:
Business Wire
7 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
KnowBe4 Collaborates With Microsoft to Strengthen Email Security Through Strategic Integration
TAMPA BAY, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KnowBe4, a world-renowned cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, today announced a strategic integration with Microsoft to strengthen email security. As the first initiative in Microsoft's ICES (Integrated Cloud Email Security) vendor ecosystem, this integration establishes a blueprint for how leading security vendors can work together to deliver enhanced protection for mutual customers. KnowBe4 Defend brings agentic AI approaches to advanced inbound threat detection capabilities that complement and enhance Microsoft's native protections Share Created specifically to complement Microsoft 365's existing email security, KnowBe4 Defend brings agentic AI approaches to advanced inbound threat detection capabilities that complement and enhance Microsoft's native protections. The integration allows organizations to maintain their existing Microsoft security investments while adding an additional layer of specialized threat detection and response. 'This new collaboration is driving meaningful innovation in cybersecurity,' said Stuart Clark, VP of product strategy, KnowBe4. 'By combining Microsoft's email and collaboration security infrastructure with KnowBe4's leadership in human risk management and robust threat detection capabilities, organizations can now capitalize on a truly integrated defense strategy that benefits from the unique strengths of both platforms. We look forward to offering this to our global customers to help them enhance their security efforts.' The integration between KnowBe4 Defend and Microsoft Defender for Office 365 creates multiple layers of analysis and detection, significantly increasing the likelihood of identifying and stopping threats before they reach end users. It also provides unified tools for SOC tools for rapid investigation, root cause analysis and tactical response. For more information on this new collaboration, read our blog. About KnowBe4 KnowBe4 empowers workforces to make smarter security decisions every day. Trusted by over 70,000 organizations worldwide, KnowBe4 helps to strengthen security culture and manage human risk. KnowBe4 offers a comprehensive AI-driven 'best-of-suite' platform for Human Risk Management, creating an adaptive defense layer that fortifies user behavior against the latest cybersecurity threats. The HRM+ platform includes modules for awareness & compliance training, cloud email security, real-time coaching, crowdsourced anti-phishing, AI Defense Agents, and more. As the only global security platform of its kind, KnowBe4 utilizes personalized and relevant cybersecurity protection content, tools and techniques to mobilize workforces to transform from the largest attack surface to an organization's biggest asset.
Business Upturn
7 days ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
KnowBe4 Collaborates With Microsoft to Strengthen Email Security Through Strategic Integration
By Business Wire India Published on June 25, 2025, 18:17 IST TAMPA BAY, Fla., United States: KnowBe4, a world-renowned cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, today announced a strategic integration with Microsoft to strengthen email security. As the first initiative in Microsoft's ICES (Integrated Cloud Email Security) vendor ecosystem, this integration establishes a blueprint for how leading security vendors can work together to deliver enhanced protection for mutual customers. Created specifically to complement Microsoft 365's existing email security, KnowBe4 Defend brings agentic AI approaches to advanced inbound threat detection capabilities that complement and enhance Microsoft's native protections. The integration allows organizations to maintain their existing Microsoft security investments while adding an additional layer of specialized threat detection and response. 'This new collaboration is driving meaningful innovation in cybersecurity,' said Stuart Clark, VP of product strategy, KnowBe4. 'By combining Microsoft's email and collaboration security infrastructure with KnowBe4's leadership in human risk management and robust threat detection capabilities, organizations can now capitalize on a truly integrated defense strategy that benefits from the unique strengths of both platforms. We look forward to offering this to our global customers to help them enhance their security efforts.' The integration between KnowBe4 Defend and Microsoft Defender for Office 365 creates multiple layers of analysis and detection, significantly increasing the likelihood of identifying and stopping threats before they reach end users. It also provides unified tools for SOC tools for rapid investigation, root cause analysis and tactical response. For more information on this new collaboration, read our blog . About KnowBe4 KnowBe4 empowers workforces to make smarter security decisions every day. Trusted by over 70,000 organizations worldwide, KnowBe4 helps to strengthen security culture and manage human risk. KnowBe4 offers a comprehensive AI-driven 'best-of-suite' platform for Human Risk Management, creating an adaptive defense layer that fortifies user behavior against the latest cybersecurity threats. The HRM+ platform includes modules for awareness & compliance training, cloud email security, real-time coaching, crowdsourced anti-phishing, AI Defense Agents, and more. As the only global security platform of its kind, KnowBe4 utilizes personalized and relevant cybersecurity protection content, tools and techniques to mobilize workforces to transform from the largest attack surface to an organization's biggest asset. View source version on Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Business Wire India, established in 2002, India's premier media distribution company ensures guaranteed media coverage through its network of 30+ cities and top news agencies.
