Preventing Email Forgery Part One: SPF
Some of the most dangerous cybersecurity threats originate with email, costing businesses millions of dollars annually. How can you increase your email security and prevent email fraud? In this series, we will look at how to use DNS records to prevent email forgery. The first and simplest method is SPF – Sender Policy Framework. Below, […]
New Email Authentication Requirements from Google and Yahoo: What You Need to Know
Google and Yahoo have recently announced their latest updates aimed at reducing spam and spoofed emails. These updates affect everyone sending emails to Google or Yahoo users. They apply fundamental authentication requirements to regular email, and further requirements apply to those sending higher volumes of bulk emails. These new requirements apply to all email platforms […]
Understanding DNS Configurations for Email Security: A Guide to SPF, DKIM, and DMARC Records
In the vast digital landscape, email has evolved from a simple means of communication to a critical component of business operations and personal interactions. However, email’s convenience and efficiency also open the door to many security threats, ranging from phishing attacks to spoofing. To fortify the defenses of your email infrastructure and protect your organization’s […]
Send Secure Emails: Alternatives to Web Portals
Digital technologies have entirely shifted how individuals want to interact with their healthcare providers. As consumers have become used to emailing or texting with their hairstylists, mechanics, and other providers to schedule appointments, they want to have the same level of interaction with their healthcare providers. However, many healthcare organizations find it challenging to deliver […]
Understanding the HIPAA Requirements for Email Encryption
If you are in the healthcare field, you may have wondered what HIPAA’s exact requirements are regarding email encryption. Understandably, not many people are willing to read the 115 pages of the simplified regulation text, so the question often goes unanswered. The good news is that we have parsed them for you. We’ve trawled through […]