Email Security

Encryption is the answer.

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Spear phishing: What is it and how to prevent it

If you have read our posts related to social engineering plots (phishing, smishing, whaling and vishing), you already know that many kinds of scams are derived from phishing. But it’s important to learn about the

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Analysis of the Microsoft Exchange Server hack

It is been more than a month now since Microsoft first acknowledged a data breach on its on-premises Microsoft Exchange Server. Attackers were able to get administrator privileges on affected servers, access to user emails

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Mailfence DMARC policy enforcement strategy

We have taken many steps to protect our users from common attacks such as spoofing or phishing. However, such emails might still find their way to your inbox. While we do…

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Countermail vs Mailfence: A Full Comparison Guide

DISCLAIMER: This is not an attack on Countermail. This is a comparison between two encrypted email providers that take two similar approaches to privacy but offer different services and features. Finally, we plan on doing

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Why You Need A Private Email Service Now

You probably know someone or have heard a really scary case of hacking or scamming. What you probably do not know however is that more than 80% of all successful cyber-security breaches begin with your

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Encryption Backdoors: Do Dot Work!

Some background knowledge on Encryption Backdoors Certain events have led to renewed calls from governments and law enforcement for more sophisticated tools for monitoring suspects. One idea that has received renewed attention is ‘encryption backdoors.’ An encryption

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Email Headers: How To Read And Use Message Headers

This blogpost will explain how to read and understand the email header which travels with every email. It contains details about the sender, taken route and the receiver. Use this information to avoid unwanted emails