If you're using Darktrace for email security, you'll want to ensure that ATTACK Simulator's phishing simulation emails reach your users' inboxes reliably—without being blocked or flagged as threats. To facilitate smooth delivery, adding ATTACK Simulator’s mail server IP and header details to your VIPRE allowlist is recommended.


Follow these steps to configure Darktrace:

  1. Log in to your Darktrace portal

  2. Navigate to "Models"

  3. Click "+ New Model"

  4. Set up an inbound email model using the configuration below:

Model Configuration

  • Name: Allow ATTACK Simulator

  • Model is Active: toggled on

  • Automatic Actions: toggled on

  • Applies to Inbound: toggled on

  • Applies to Outbound: toggled off

  • Model Actions: Do not hold or alter

  • Model Logic:

    • Connection IP: 168.245.96.234