Adaptive Security

## Does Adaptive use real-world intelligence in its simulations?

Yes. Adaptive's simulations draw on real-world data about your company to increase their realism. The platform uses open-source intelligence (OSINT) – publicly available information such as news releases, social media posts, or leaked email patterns – to inform the content of phishing tests. For example, it might incorporate the name of a new product your company just announced into a phishing email, or reference a fake "client" that's actually a partner listed on your website. By using these personal details and context, Adaptive's spearphishing simulations closely mimic how a real attacker would tailor their emails using OSINT. This trains employees to be cautious even when a message contains details that appear legitimate or familiar.