5 Common Email Security Threats (And How to Defend Against Them)
Email is the backbone of digital communication, but it's also a prime target for cyberattacks. Here are the top five threats and how you can protect yourself.
1. Phishing Attacks
Phishing is the most common email threat, where attackers pose as trusted entities to steal sensitive information.
How to Defend:
Verify the sender's identity before clicking on links.
Look for red flags like grammatical errors or urgent requests.
Secria’s Solution:
Secria uses identity verification to ensure you’re communicating with the right person.
2. Email Spoofing
Spoofing involves falsifying the sender’s email address to appear legitimate.
How to Defend:
Check the email headers for discrepancies.
Secria’s Solution:
With rotating aliases, Secria protects your real identity, making spoofing attempts ineffective.
3. Ransomware and Malware Attachments
Hackers often send malicious attachments that encrypt your files or steal data.
How to Defend:
Don’t open attachments from unknown senders.
Use antivirus software.
Secria’s Solution:
Secria’s secure infrastructure minimizes risks by filtering suspicious attachments.
4. Data Interception
Emails can be intercepted during transmission, especially on unsecured networks.
How to Defend:
Use end-to-end encryption.
Secria’s Solution:
Secria employs post-quantum encryption, safeguarding your data even against future quantum attacks.
5. Identity Theft and Impersonation
Cybercriminals may impersonate trusted contacts to extract sensitive information.
How to Defend:
Always verify unusual requests.
Use identity verification tools.
Secria’s Solution:
With its identity verification system, Secria ensures you’re always communicating with the right person.
Protect Your Email Communication with Secria
Cyber threats are evolving, but your defense can be stronger. Secria provides comprehensive security with post-quantum encryption, rotating aliases, and identity verification.
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