Graymail versus phishing: helpdesk script

Published Apr 18, 2024 • Updated May 1, 2026

Overview

Helpdesk confuses marketing clutter with attacks—wastes SOC time.

Script prompts

“Did sender have prior relationship? Any credential or payment request? Any weird links with misspellings?”

Decision

Marketing unsubscribe vs security quarantine vs user training moment.

Tooling

Use separate focused vs other inbox training for Outlook users.

KPI

% phishing queue tickets closed as graymail < target after coaching.

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