Optimierung der E-Mail-Sicherheit: Potenziale der Verhaltensanalyse in der Bedrohungserkennung

  • Mathias Andreas Zellhofer

Student thesis: Master's Thesis

Abstract

This thesis investigates how security in email communication can be improved through
behavioural analysis and data visualisation. As email is an indispensable means of communication, security risks such as phishing attacks are a critical problem that must be
addressed.
The paper shows that by implementing and consistently enforcing effective measures,
email security can be significantly increased. Behavioural analysis is presented as a key
tool to identify patterns and trends in email communication that indicate unusual or
potentially dangerous activity. This enables preventative measures to be taken and
improves the ability to respond to security incidents.
In addition, the importance of data visualisation is emphasised in order to present
the complex results of behavioural analyses in an understandable way. Visualisation
techniques facilitate the interpretation of the data and support decision-makers and
non-experts in developing measures based on these findings.
The work thus presents a comprehensive approach that not only considers the technical aspects of email security, but also emphasises the importance of human pattern
recognition and decision making capabilities. By combining behavioural analysis and
data visualisation, a multi-layered approach to improving email security is proposed
that strengthens both technological and human capabilities.
Date of Award2024
Original languageGerman (Austria)
SupervisorHarald Lampesberger (Supervisor)

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