Email security is a critical aspect of protecting your business, as cyber criminals often try to hack your email accounts, commonly via phishing emails to trick users into divulging their credentials.
Ensuring strong email security is not just advisable—it’s essential. Within emails there may be; personal conversations, business negotiations, financial information, and even password reset links that all pass through our email accounts. A single compromised email account can lead to identity theft, financial loss, and severe breaches of privacy.
To reduce the chances of your email being hacked, it’s crucial to implement a robust email filtering system (SPAM) to prevent such emails from entering your main inbox. You should also enable two-factor authentication (2FA) to add an extra layer of security by requiring a second form of verification (like a text message code or authentication app) in addition to your password.
It’s also important to educate employees about the dangers of email threats and how they can identify potential phishing attempts. A significant majority of cyberattacks, 91% originate from phishing emails, underscoring the importance of robust email security measures.
If a phishing scam or breach is successful, you should have a clear plan to respond efficiently to a cyber security incident.
For further guidance on keeping your email system secure, please contact [email protected].
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