How can I set up DMARC Analyzer Free for my domain to start receiving reports?

How can I set up DMARC Analyzer Free for my domain to start receiving reports?

ByBrad Slavin

To set up DMARCReport Free (DMARC Analyzer) and start receiving reports, publish a DMARC TXT record at _dmarc.yourdomain (for example.com → host: _dmarc.example.com, type: TXT, value: v=DMARC1; p=none; rua=mailto:[your-unique-address]@agg.dmarcreport.example; ruf=mailto:[optional]@forensics.dmarcreport.example; fo=1; adkim=r; aspf=r; sp=none; ri=86400; pct=100), verify your domain in the DMARCReport dashboard, confirm SPF and DKIM are correctly aligned for your mail flows, and…

How to Detect Honey Trap Scams Online

How to Detect Honey Trap Scams Online

ByBrad Slavin

In today’s hyper-connected world, the internet has given billions of people an unprecedented ability to communicate, build relationships, and find companionship. While this transformation has many positive effects, it has also opened the door to new forms of scams and cybercriminal tactics — one of the most emotionally exploitative being the honey trap scam. At…

How can I start protecting my G Suite email from phishing with DMARC?

How can I start protecting my G Suite email from phishing with DMARC?

ByBrad Slavin

Start protecting your G Suite (Google Workspace) email from phishing by enabling DMARC in monitor mode (p=none), properly configuring SPF and DKIM, publishing a DMARC TXT record with aggregate/forensic reporting, and using DMARCReport to analyze alignment data and gradually move to quarantine/reject. DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance) lets you tell receiving mail servers…

Sandworm Targets, Vehicle Hacks, Phishing Surge, Typo Impersonation

Sandworm Targets, Vehicle Hacks, Phishing Surge, Typo Impersonation

ByBrad Slavin

Here’s the fifth edition of the month. It revolves around the top cyber incidents that took place last week. Be it the Poland power grid cyberattack, or the “rn” typo trick used by hackers, the incidents hint towards one thing– increasing sophistication of the campaigns. The edition also talks about the Pwn2Own contest that revealed…

How to Create a TXT Record and Add It to DNS

How to Create a TXT Record and Add It to DNS

ByBrad Slavin

In today’s digital world, websites and email domains rely on the Domain Name System (DNS) to connect infrastructure, prove ownership, and secure communications. One of the most versatile tools in the DNS toolbox is the TXT record — a simple yet powerful type of DNS entry that carries text information used for domain verification, email…

How often should I run a DKIM test to maintain email deliverability?

How often should I run a DKIM test to maintain email deliverability?

ByBrad Slavin

Run continuous, automated DKIM monitoring with real‑time alerts at all times, run scheduled DKIM spot tests daily for high‑volume/frequently changing senders and weekly for stable low‑volume programs, and always test immediately before and after DNS/MTA changes and key rotations (hourly during active incidents). DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail) is a cryptographic signature that tells receiving servers…

The Complete DMARCReport Guide: Configuring DKIM with OpenDKIM on Your Postfix Mail Server

The Complete DMARCReport Guide: Configuring DKIM with OpenDKIM on Your Postfix Mail Server

ByBrad Slavin

Email authentication is more than just a best practice — it’s essential. As email threats continue to rise, weak authentication leaves your domain vulnerable to spoofing, phishing, and reputation damage. At DMARCReport, we believe every mail server owner should feel empowered to secure their infrastructure. One of the most impactful steps you can take is…

What are the security risks associated with a “no DMARC record found” result for my email domain?

What are the security risks associated with a “no DMARC record found” result for my email domain?

ByBrad Slavin

If your email domain has no DMARC record, attackers can freely spoof your domain to deliver convincing phishing and business email compromise (BEC), receiving servers won’t enforce a clear disposition for unauthenticated mail, you’ll have no visibility into abuse via DMARC reports, and your deliverability and brand reputation will degrade—especially with mailbox providers that now…

How does a required DKIM selector improve email security and deliverability?

How does a required DKIM selector improve email security and deliverability?

ByBrad Slavin

Requiring a DKIM selector improves email security and deliverability by enforcing deterministic key selection and verifiable domain-level authentication that supports safe key rotation, isolates sending streams and third parties, strengthens DMARC alignment, and increases receiver trust—leading to fewer spoofing opportunities, lower verification failure rates, and better inbox placement. Context and background DomainKeys Identified Mail (DKIM)…

The role of DKIM public and private keys in email security

The role of DKIM public and private keys in email security

ByBrad Slavin

DKIM uses two keys to strengthen email authentication. If the same key were used to sign and verify emails, anyone could copy it and start sending fake messages. By separating the roles, DKIM ensures that: This is what prevents attackers from forging valid DKIM signatures. How DKIM Public and Private Keys Work Together Here’s how…

Network Security Risks Facing Consumers and Businesses

ByBrad Slavin

Small businesses face a harsh reality: 79% have experienced at least one cyberattack in the past five years. These numbers show why companies and organizations need better protection against various security vulnerabilities. The financial toll hits hard when security breaches occur. Small businesses lose up to $1,000 per minute of downtime, while enterprise organizations lose…

How to Conduct an Email Investigation — A Comprehensive Guide by DMARCReport

How to Conduct an Email Investigation — A Comprehensive Guide by DMARCReport

ByBrad Slavin

Email remains one of the most ubiquitous forms of communication in both personal and professional settings. It’s fast, familiar, and powerful — but it’s also one of the most abused tools in a cybercriminal’s arsenal. From targeted phishing attempts and social engineering schemes to broader spoofing campaigns, malicious actors constantly exploit email vulnerabilities to achieve…

Data Risk, Fortinet Trouble, CTO Resigns, AI Simulations

Data Risk, Fortinet Trouble, CTO Resigns, AI Simulations

ByBrad Slavin

This is the third edition of the month, and here are the top 4 cyber mishaps that you must know about. Last week, Marks & Spencer’s CTO quit following a major cyber mishap. There was bad news for both Fortinet and ChatGPT Health. However, amidst this bleak landscape, experts have found a silver lining: cyberattack…

Why should a business consider using custom DKIM for its email sending?

Why should a business consider using custom DKIM for its email sending?

ByBrad Slavin

A business should use custom DKIM because it provides domain-aligned authentication that boosts deliverability and brand trust, satisfies DMARC enforcement requirements, reduces spoofing risk, and gives you operational control over keys, selectors, subdomains, and multi-ESP sending. Digital signatures are the backbone of modern email trust: DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail) lets receivers verify that your messages…

How to Tell if a Website Is Secure: The Ultimate Guide by DMARCReport

How to Tell if a Website Is Secure: The Ultimate Guide by DMARCReport

ByBrad Slavin

In today’s digital world, we rely on websites for everything — from banking and shopping to communicating with friends and accessing critical business resources. While the internet brings immense convenience, it also presents significant risks. Cybercriminals are constantly devising new ways totrick unsuspecting users into revealing sensitive information or compromising their devices.For this reason, it’s…

Good–Better–Best Pricing for MSPs: Why Tiered Packages Drive Better Decisions

Good–Better–Best Pricing for MSPs: Why Tiered Packages Drive Better Decisions

ByBrad Slavin

Do you present prospects with multiple service options—or a single package they either accept or walk away from? Tiered pricing often sparks debate among MSPs. Some see it as unnecessary. Others worry it complicates conversations. But when you step back and look at how buyers actually make decisions, good–better–best pricing isn’t a problem at all….