5 reasons why Aberdeen businesses should invest in email security
Investing in email security is crucial for businesses in today's digital landscape, as email remains a primary communication channel and a common target for cyberattacks. In our latest blog post, managing director Gordon Christie, discusses why businesses should invest in email security.
An extra level of protection against cyber threats
Cybercriminals love emails! From massive spam campaigns to elaborate data theft frauds, emails are their favourite way of gaining access to your company’s network, money, and data.
From attempting to deliver malware, phishing attacks, ransomware, and other malicious content, email is a major entry point for cybercriminals.
Investing in robust email security solutions helps detect and block these threats, minimising the risk of successful attacks that could compromise sensitive data and disrupt business operations.
Protect your employees data
There is also the human behaviour factor. Although email is simple to use and part of everyday life, quite often, employees are not trained to recognise emails containing malicious links and attachments or phishing attacks. Hackers know that and exploit that flaw. Quite often malicious emails are sent disguised as routine, non-suspicious emails, such as a delivery notification or an invoice payment notice.
According to our 2023 Cyber Strategy Report, employees with little to no training are more likely to open phishing emails which can lead to data theft. Improving your email protection and investing in security awareness training will add an extra layer of protection to your business whilst protecting your employees data.
Safeguard sensitive information
As part of your business operations, you regularly exchange sensitive and confidential information through email, including financial data, customer details, and intellectual property.
Email security measures, such as encryption and data loss prevention (DLP) technologies, ensure that only authorised recipients can access such information, reducing the risk of data leaks and breaches.
Enhancing brand reputation
Successful phishing attacks or email compromises can severely impact your business’s reputation.
Cyber incidents can lead to mistrust among customers, partners, and stakeholders. By investing in email security, businesses demonstrate their commitment to protecting sensitive information and maintaining the privacy of their communications, thus bolstering their brand's reputation.
Save on unplanned costs
Email is an integral part of day-to-day business operations, and any disruption in email services due to cyberattacks can lead to downtime and productivity losses. Robust email security solutions help mitigate the impact of such attacks, ensuring uninterrupted communication and smooth business continuity.
The cost of a data breach and the disruption that this can cause to your operations is much higher than investing in a robust email security strategy.
Cyber security doesn’t have to be complicated. Book your free 1-2-1 consultation today!
