Case Study: Troy University Strengthens Cybersecurity with Heartland Business Systems Penetration Testing

Troy University blocks credential theft from 33 users with Heartland Business Systems

Troy University, a major educational institution, sought to enhance its already robust cybersecurity posture by moving beyond basic, templated security assessments. Their challenge was to find a partner capable of simulating sophisticated, real-world attacks to test their defenses thoroughly. They engaged Heartland Business Systems (HBS) for a comprehensive penetration test and a targeted phishing campaign.

HBS executed a rigorous black-box penetration test and a sophisticated phishing campaign designed to trick even well-trained users. The solution confirmed the strength of Troy University's security controls, as HBS testers found the network to be a hardened target. The measurable impact was the identification of a specific area for improvement: 33 employees fell for the phishing test, providing actionable data for enhancing user training. The engagement with Heartland Business Systems delivered highly insightful, non-templated results that validated the university's defenses and highlighted opportunities for further strengthening its human firewall.

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