Tag: fraud

How Can I Prove an Email was Sent to Me?

January 16, 2024

Almost everyone has been in this situation: someone claims to have sent you an email message, but you look in your inbox and don’t see it. As far as you know, you never got it. How can you prove an email was sent? How to Prove That an Email was Sent So, where do you […]

Preventing Email Forgery Part Two: DKIM

December 19, 2023

In our next post in this series, we look at another way to prevent forged email: DKIM. By using encryption techniques and digital signatures, the sender’s servers can transparently “sign “a message so that you can verify the source and ensure the message has not been modified. DKIM works together with SPF to stop fraud […]

Preventing Email Forgery Part One: SPF

December 19, 2023

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, […]

Understanding DNS Configurations for Email Security: A Guide to SPF, DKIM, and DMARC Records

December 12, 2023

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 […]