Update: Includes a revision that Microsoft will now reject messages rather than moving to junk from large senders that don’t meet the sending requirements.. Everything else remains the same. When rejected, the following message will be sent instead “550; 5.7.515 Access denied, sending domain [SenderDomain] doesn’t meet the required authentication level.” This blog: Microsoft has…Continue Reading: Microsoft announces new email requirements for bulk senders
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Keep your Microsoft Online Email Routing Address secure with Red Sift OnDMARC
Every Microsoft 365 tenant includes a default domain in the format tenantname.onmicrosoft.com. This is known as the Microsoft Online Email Routing Address (MOERA). What many don’t realize is that attackers have started using these domains to impersonate organizations in phishing attacks. If left unmonitored, MOERA domains can become a blind spot in your email security….Continue Reading: Keep your Microsoft Online Email Routing Address secure with Red Sift OnDMARC
Prepare for the Mail Check deadline
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
How DMARC strengthens email security and prevents attacks
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: How DMARC strengthens email security and prevents attacks
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?
