In order to ensure an effective fight against phishing attempts, what should organizations aim to strengthen using Microsoft Defender tools?

Organizations should aim to strengthen user education and awareness programs to effectively combat phishing attempts. Phishing attacks often rely on manipulating individuals into revealing sensitive information or performing actions that compromise security. By enhancing user education and awareness, employees can learn to recognize the signs of phishing attempts, such as suspicious emails, unusual requests for sensitive data, and unexpected attachments or links.

Training programs can provide users with the knowledge and skills they need to respond appropriately when they encounter potential phishing threats, ultimately fostering a culture of security awareness within the organization. This proactive approach enables users to serve as a frontline defense against phishing, reducing the likelihood that they will fall victim to such attacks and safeguarding the organization's overall security posture.

While other options like firewall configurations, email attachment policies, and backup and recovery plans are also important for overall cybersecurity, they do not directly address the human element of phishing attacks as effectively as user education and awareness programs do.