Executive Summary: The NCSC is updating its Mail Check services, discontinuing features like DMARC aggregate reporting to enhance accessibility and manage costs. Public sector organisations relying on these services should explore alternative DMARC reporting solutions to maintain email security. This article: Introduction The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is modifying Mail Check services to discontinue certain…Continue Reading: Prepare for the Mail Check deadline
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The role of DMARC in email security
Executive Summary: DMARC is a pivotal component in safeguarding your organization from phishing and BEC threats. Implementing a ‘p=reject’ policy, facilitated by Red Sift OnDMARC, ensures that only authorized entities can use your domain, enhancing email security. This article: Introduction We’ll admit it, we’re pretty nerdy for email security and are passionate about ensuring your organization…Continue Reading: The role of DMARC in email security
Mail Check: Navigating the new changes
Executive Summary: The NCSC’s upcoming changes to Mail Check services, including the discontinuation of DMARC aggregate reporting, necessitate that organisations find alternative solutions to maintain robust email security. This article: Introduction The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) recently proposed updates to its Mail Check coming into effect on 24 March 2025. As the service evolves to…Continue Reading: Mail Check: Navigating the new changes
Countdown to compliance: Are you ready for the DORA deadline?
Executive Summary: With the DORA compliance deadline approaching, it’s crucial for affected sectors to understand and prepare for the new operational resilience requirements to ensure adherence to regulatory standards. This article: Introduction The European Union’s (EU) Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) deadline approaches, with just one week to go before the DORA applies to all financial…Continue Reading: Countdown to compliance: Are you ready for the DORA deadline?
BreakSPF: How to mitigate the attack
Executive Summary: BreakSPF is an emerging threat that takes advantage of misconfigured SPF records, especially those with overly broad IP ranges. Attackers can exploit these vulnerabilities to send fraudulent emails that appear legitimate.Utilizing solutions like Red Sift OnDMARC can help organizations detect and correct these misconfigurations, enhancing their overall email security posture. This article: Introduction BreakSPF is…Continue Reading: BreakSPF: How to mitigate the attack
Boosting email security amid recent Coinbase phishing attempts
In recent weeks, there have been reports of sophisticated phishing attacks disguised as official communication from the cryptocurrency platform, Coinbase. These phishing emails closely mimic Coinbase’s branding and language to build recipient trust and prompt clicks on malicious links. The subject lines of these emails generally follow a format: the sender’s address starts with either…Continue Reading: Boosting email security amid recent Coinbase phishing attempts
