Email Security

Businesses face many threats to their online cyber security, which is why advanced email filtering and anti-spam technology are now essential. Preventing not only familiar threats but also preparing for unknown threats requires using advanced machine-learning and heuristics technology to detect all threats to email security. An enterprise email security gateway is often a primary line of defense for businesses that want to avoid unfamiliar threats. Enterprise email security is software that supports email security by monitoring emails sent and received for suspicious and malicious activity. How Does a Secure Email Gateway Work? A Secure Email Gateway (SEG) functions as…

Every year, organizations fall victim to cyber security threats that range from minimal annoyances to severe, company-wide data breaches. In 2022 alone, over 422 million individuals were affected by data compromises that included leakage, exposure, and data breaches, lending credence to the reality that, while it is getting better, cyber security attacks are still as dangerous to organizations and individuals as ever. And email security is no exception. Email is the ideal gateway for hackers and cyber security attackers to spread viruses, retrieve sensitive information, or trick users into clicking on malicious links. Increasing education on email security awareness is…

Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Crime Prevention The growth and development of technology as it relates to cybersecurity is constantly evolving, with new software and digital strategies continually being developed in order to better prevent businesses and personal technology against cybercrime. But, what about Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Within the last decade – even in the last two years, AI and machine learning have taken over the internet, delivering unquestionable results for industries like marketing, healthcare, design, and customer service, however, what role does it play in cybercrime prevention? Well, in this blog, the experts at MXGuardian have created a guide to…

One thing is certain that cyber threats are constantly evolving. A threat you may not be aware of is called Business Email Compromise (BEC). BEC attacks are proving to be costly and damaging for companies around the globe. In this blog post, we dive into what Business Email Compromise is, and companies that may be targets and discuss how to prevent BEC. What Businesses Are Targets of BEC? Business Email Compromise, or BEC, is a scam that targets businesses that conduct legitimate wire transfers (transfer of funds requests). Typically, this would include banks and other financial type institutions. However, BEC…

Every year or so, it seems there's a headline along the lines that email is dying out. The reality is quite the opposite. Sure, email is used differently than ten or even five years ago, but email will continue to be used as a tool for communicating. With emails' continued use, we'll need to stay vigilant against spam, email spoofing, phishing attacks, and other security risks. Email security threats are on the rise, and one breach can have devastating consequences for companies, large and small. We'll look at the best practices for enterprise email security to keep your business and…

In today's digital age, cybercriminals are constantly sharpening their arsenal of weapons and looking for new ways to get a foot in the door. From self-employed entrepreneurs to CEOs of large businesses, retirees, and even children, no one group is exempt from a cyber-attack. One such high-stakes cyber-attack is known as "whale phishing" and is used to steal company information. In this blog post, we'll learn more about whale phishing, diving into its meaning, how these attacks are carried out, and the steps that can be taken to prevent and stop them. What is Whale Phishing? Whale phishing, also known…

Phishing emails may seem more like a nuisance, which they are, but they can be a security threat both professionally and personally. Do you know how to recognize a phishing email? Many times these sneaky emails can trick employees into handing over passwords, sensitive data, and even financial information. You may have seen a phishing email called the fake boss email scam. Today we'll dive into how to identify phishing emails in general and look more into the fake boss email scam and how to protect yourself and your business from falling victim to phishing emails and cyber crooks. Common…

Spear phishing attacks have risen in recent years, with cybercriminals using sophisticated tools and techniques to deceive employees and businesses into turning over sensitive company and personal information. Protecting against spear phishing attacks is crucial for businesses of all sizes, as the consequences of a successful attack can be severe. In this blog post, we will explore what spear phishing is, how it works, and tips businesses can use to protect themselves against it. What is Spear Phishing? Spear phishing is a directed form of phishing attack where the attacker sends a personalized email to the victim, appearing as someone…

While cyber security is an important thing for everyone to understand, it’s even more important for businesses and large organizations with greater amounts of personal, financial, and business data at their disposal. As one of these cybersecurity threats, ransomware continues to plague businesses all over the globe, leading them to question how to prevent ransomware and to determine what are the best ways to deal with it if it does happen. In this article, we’ll be answering these questions, giving businesses the best insight into ransomware and how to best protect your business from cyber threats. What is Ransomware? Ransomware…

Protecting your email domain with the right protocols will ensure that your messages are properly authenticated. This helps to improve email deliverability, reduce email spam, and help to stop email domain spoofing and phishing.  The DMARC, DKIM, and SPF protocols work together to authenticate your emails, keep your inbox secure, and protect your business reputation.  How Email Spoofing and Phishing Can Harm Your Business Spoofing and phishing are two very common forms of cyberattacks that can be very damaging to your business.  When receiving an email from a known sender or business, you’re more likely to open it and engage…