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TD 020: Why is so much spam reaching my inbox?

Galactic Advisors
Galactic Advisors
Episode • May 23, 2024
How the bad guys are bypassing filters and what you can do to stop Phishing-as-a-Service! This session addresses critical vulnerabilities in cloud-based email filtering systems, particularly how misconfigurations between SPF, DKIM, and DMARC protocols can significantly increase the risk of phishing attacks. Learn how these bypass attacks occur due to discrepancies in how major email servers like Google and Microsoft handle unrecognized IP addresses. We'll cover specific configurations that lead to 80% of email filters being bypassed and propose actionable solutions, including proper server alignment and the importance of adhering to strict email security protocols. Ideal for IT administrators looking to bolster their organization's defense against increasingly sophisticated phishing schemes.

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