Law Firm Enhances Security with Proofpoint Threat Response and Training
Customer Company Size
Large Corporate
Region
- America
Country
- United States
Product
- Proofpoint Targeted Attack Protection
- Proofpoint Threat Response
- Proofpoint Security Awareness Training
Tech Stack
- Security Alerts Automation
- Email Security
- Cloud Security
Implementation Scale
- Enterprise-wide Deployment
Impact Metrics
- Customer Satisfaction
- Digital Expertise
Technology Category
- Cybersecurity & Privacy - Application Security
- Cybersecurity & Privacy - Security Compliance
Applicable Industries
- Finance & Insurance
- Professional Service
Applicable Functions
- Business Operation
Use Cases
- Cybersecurity
- Intrusion Detection Systems
Services
- Cybersecurity Services
- Training
About The Customer
Stroock & Stroock & Lavan, LLP is a prestigious law firm with a history spanning 140 years, headquartered in New York City. The firm specializes in representing financial services and investment firm clients, making it a key player in the legal industry. Stroock is responsible for safeguarding a vast repository of approximately 40 million documents, including financial statements, contracts, affidavits, and regulatory filings. These documents are often exchanged as email attachments, necessitating robust email security measures. The firm operates in a highly regulated environment, adhering to industry-specific regulations that extend to its legal practice. Stroock's commitment to security is evident in its proactive approach to protecting sensitive information and training its employees to be security-aware. The firm's dedication to maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of its clients' documents underscores its reputation as a trusted legal partner in the financial services sector.
The Challenge
Stroock & Stroock & Lavan, LLP, a 140-year-old law firm based in New York City, represents financial services and investment firm clients. The firm is tasked with protecting approximately 40 million documents, including financial statements, contracts, affidavits, and regulatory filings. These documents are often exchanged as email attachments, making email systems a critical security priority. The firm faces the challenge of safeguarding these sensitive documents while adhering to industry-specific regulations. Additionally, Stroock must adapt to evolving IT security practices, which now restrict document access to only those lawyers and associates assigned to a particular client. The firm also recognizes the need to train individual employees to be security-aware, as human error remains a significant vulnerability in the security chain.
The Solution
To address the security challenges faced by Stroock & Stroock & Lavan, LLP, the firm implemented Proofpoint Threat Response, a comprehensive solution for managing and securing the flow of information. Threat Response receives security alerts from multiple security tools, automates responses, and measures effectiveness. It generates reports detailing key performance indicators at every stage, providing visibility and transparency into potential threats. Additionally, Stroock recognized the importance of reducing operator error through security training. Under the leadership of Gil Danieli, the firm rolled out security awareness training programs to educate employees on best practices for protecting themselves and the firm's sensitive information. This training has received positive feedback from employees, who appreciate the valuable insights gained. Furthermore, Stroock identified 'Very Attacked People' (VAPs) within the firm, individuals who are frequently targeted by cyber attackers due to their access to critical information. By focusing on protecting these individuals, Stroock aims to enhance its overall security posture and prevent successful attacks.
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