Email security is more critical than ever, and DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting & Conformance) has emerged as a key protocol to protect domains from email spoofing and phishing attacks. By building on SPF (Sender Policy Framework) and DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail), DMARC enables domain owners to enforce policies that tell mailbox providers how to…
Adding SPF records to your domain is a crucial step in strengthening email security and ensuring proper authentication for Microsoft Outlook and Office 365 emails. SPF (Sender Policy Framework) records, published as DNS TXT entries, specify which mail servers are authorized to send emails on behalf of your domain. By enabling recipient servers to verify…
Ensuring the security of your email domain is crucial in today’s digital landscape, where phishing attacks, spoofing, and business email compromise are increasingly common. MXToolbox DMARC Analyzer offers a comprehensive solution for domain owners to monitor and enforce email authentication protocols like DMARC, SPF, and DKIM. By providing real-time insights, detailed reporting, and easy-to-understand dashboards,…
For DMARC to function optimally, it must be appropriately configured and foolproof. However, with numerous best practices to follow and frequent changes in enterprise-level email infrastructures, domain owners often make a common misstep: overlooking the presence of dangling DMARC records. While dangling DMARC records may sound harmless, they can leave your domains exposed to risks,…
Email has become one of the most exploited channels for cybercriminals, with phishing and spoofing attacks costing businesses millions every year. Attackers frequently forge trusted domains to trick recipients into revealing sensitive information or installing malicious software. To counter this, Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance (DMARC) has emerged as a critical standard that strengthens…
Email remains one of the most widely used communication tools for businesses, but it is also a primary target for cybercriminals who exploit vulnerabilities through phishing, spoofing, and business email compromise attacks. Without proper safeguards, attackers can impersonate your domain, trick recipients, and damage your organization’s reputation. This makes it essential for businesses to adopt…
SOC 2 and ISO 27001 are not just limited to firewalls and passwords. Amidst the growing threat landscape and the sophistication driven by artificial intelligence, they require protection against data breaches, including email-based cyberattacks. As per Barracuda’s 2025 Email Threats Report, one in every four emails was either malicious or spam, reinforcing the idea that…
Email remains one of the most common entry points for cyberattacks, making domain protection a top priority for organizations of all sizes. Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and service providers, who oversee multiple client environments, face increasing pressure to safeguard domains from phishing, spoofing, and other email-borne threats. Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance (DMARC) has…
