Independent testing shows that NordVPN’s security software blocked 92% of phishing emails, underlining how modern cyber threats increasingly target people rather than systems. Phishing succeeds because it exploits trust, turning routine email behaviour into a potential point of failure.
These attacks have become more convincing, often imitating colleagues, well-known brands or internal company messages. With AI improving the quality of fraudulent emails, relying on users to spot every threat is no longer realistic. Automated detection now plays a central role in reducing risk before mistakes happen.
NordVPN’s results reflect a broader shift in cybersecurity towards prevention at the user level. By filtering malicious links and messages early, security tools reduce the impact of human error, a strategy many organisations adopt to protect distributed and remote workforces.
For small businesses and individuals, the benefit is tangible. Blocking the majority of phishing emails at source lowers the chances of credential theft, financial loss or wider network compromise, reinforcing the value of quiet, consistent protection over reactive security.
Author: Victor Olowomeye