The Rising Email Security Threat: How AI & Mimecast’s Cloud Integrate Solution Are Facing It Down

In today’s digital age, email has become the backbone of business communication. With an astounding 361.6 billion emails sent and received daily—a figure projected to reach 392.5 billion within the next two years—it’s clear that email is indispensable in our professional lives. However, this massive reliance on email also presents a significant drawback: it has become the preferred entry point for cybercriminals aiming to infiltrate sensitive data, often leading to devastating consequences for businesses.

The email security landscape is deteriorating rapidly as cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated. Alarmingly, over 90% of cyberattacks begin with a simple email, with many attacks cleverly designed to bypass standard defenses like Microsoft’s. As cybercriminals up their game, it’s critical that businesses also strengthen their defenses.

Enter Mimecast: AI-Powered Email Security for a New Era

At the forefront of this battle against email-borne threats is Mimecast, a leader in email security solutions. Recognizing the escalating dangers, Mimecast is harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to fortify its defenses with the new Mimecast Email Security Cloud Integrated (CI) solution. This cutting-edge tool is specifically designed to enhance and extend the protective capabilities of Microsoft 365, making it a vital asset for any organization looking to bolster its email security.

Mimecast’s approach to email security is all about flexibility and effectiveness. Whether a business requires advanced administrative controls for a complex email environment, or a quick-to-deploy solution optimized right out of the box, Mimecast delivers top-tier security tailored to meet diverse needs.

In a world where remote work has become the norm, employees and organizations are more vulnerable to email-based cyberattacks than ever before. Business Email Compromise (BEC) and other sophisticated threats are now rampant, as cybercriminals exploit the distractions and less secure environments of remote workers. With workers logging in from various locations—be it home, hotels, or coffee shops—sometimes even using personal devices, the risk of inadvertently opening a malicious email or clicking a harmful link has never been higher.

Mimecast’s CI Solution – a Game-Changer

For IT and security teams, the challenge of securing email has never been more daunting. With attack volumes and sophistication on the rise, businesses need solutions that are both robust and easy to manage. Mimecast’s newest offering, Email Security CI, is an integrated cloud solution that enhances Microsoft 365 protections without requiring an MX record change. It deploys in just minutes and offers out-of-the-box optimization, making it an ideal choice for teams seeking to simplify their email security management while ensuring comprehensive protection.

Mimecast’s Email Security CI solution provides organizations with world-class security without forcing them to choose between different protection strategies. Whether a business opts for a secure email gateway or an integrated cloud email security approach, Mimecast ensures that their email remains secure against even the most advanced threats.

The Growing Importance of Secure Email

In a world where remote work has become the norm, employees and organizations are more vulnerable to email-based cyberattacks than ever before. Business Email Compromise (BEC) and other sophisticated threats are now rampant, as cybercriminals exploit the distractions and less secure environments of remote workers. With workers logging in from various locations—be it home, hotels, or coffee shops—sometimes even using personal devices, the risk of inadvertently opening a malicious email or clicking a harmful link has never been higher.

Organizations across all sectors and regions must prioritize email security to protect their data, their reputations and bottom lines. The stakes are high, and the consequences of a successful cyberattack can be catastrophic, potentially leading to financial loss, reputational damage, and in the worst cases, job losses.

Join Our Webinar: Safeguard Your Business

It’s clear that the challenges in email security will only continue to grow. To help businesses stay ahead of these threats, Cobweb & Mimecast are jointly hosting an exclusive webinar on Wednesday, September 25th at 3 PM GST. Titled ‘Email Security 2024 – Threats & Cost-Effective Solutions,’ this webinar will delve into the most pressing cyberthreats targeting email and provide actionable insights on how to keep your business secure.

During the session, you’ll discover:

• The evolving cyber threat landscape
• The benefits of Mimecast’s new Email Security Cloud Integrated solution
• How Mimecast CI can be deployed in under 5 minutes to defend against all email threats, including social engineering and insider risks
• Why additional security layers are crucial for comprehensive protection

Attendees will also have the opportunity to access a free 30-day trial of Mimecast’s email protection and pose their most pressing security concerns to Mimecast’s experts.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to strengthen your organization’s email security. Sign up below and take the first step toward safeguarding your business.