Email Security
Also known as:
- Email Filtering
What problem does it target?
Email Security and Phishing Protection solutions defend against email-borne threats such as phishing, malware, business email compromise (BEC), and spam. Email is a primary attack vector for credential theft and ransomware.
What does this solution do?
These platforms:
- Filter spam, malware, and phishing emails
- Authenticate senders (DMARC, DKIM, SPF)
- Sandbox suspicious links and attachments
- Provide user training and phishing simulations
Who is this for?
- Organizations of all sizes
- Security teams seeking to reduce phishing risk
- Companies with remote or distributed workforces
Who might not benefit from this?
- Teams using only internal communication tools
- Environments with no external email exposure
Pitfalls and remedies
| Pitfall | Remedy |
|---|---|
| Missed phishing attacks | Use multi-layered filtering and regular updates |
| User fatigue from training | Make training engaging and relevant |
| Spoofed domains bypassing filters | Enforce strict authentication protocols |
Sample products
- Proofpoint
- Mimecast
- Microsoft Defender for Office 365
- Barracuda Networks
- Cisco Secure Email