In an age where email remains a primary communication tool for businesses, the dangers lurking in our inboxes are more real than ever. Phishing attacks can morph into serious threats that not only compromise sensitive information but also erode trust between colleagues and clients. That’s where setting up a Sender Policy Framework (SPF) record comes…
As per the recent Coalition 2025 Cyber Claims Report, business email compromise-based attacks (BEC) and fund transfer frauds (FTF) have led to a steep surge in the number of cyber insurance claims in 2024. Businesses around the world have been facing sophisticated BEC and FTF attacks that are affecting them financially, operationally, as well as…
In the digital age, managing your email communications effectively has become more important than ever. Have you ever wondered how your emails manage to land gracefully in your recipient’s inbox instead of getting lost in that dreaded spam folder? Enter the SPF record—your very own email bodyguard. Setting up a SPF record for Office 365…
SPF prevents spoofing by ensuring that only trusted sources can send emails using your domain. But for it to work well, the SPF record must be error-free. However, the problem is that SPF records are highly sensitive and can easily break if not managed carefully. A broken SPF record not only attracts phishing attacks but…
Email may seem like a simple tool for communication, but behind the scenes, it’s a battleground for security and credibility. You might think that just sending an email is enough, but without proper setup, your messages could end up in spam folders or worse, get hijacked by scammers pretending to be you. That’s where SPF…
Email security can often feel like a daunting task, especially when you hear about phishing scams and spoofing. But what if I told you that the solution could be as simple as a few adjustments to your domain settings? Enter the Sender Policy Framework (SPF) record—a little line of text that can make a big…
SPF records are highly sensitive— even a minor change can invalidate them or trigger an error, resulting in improper email authentication. Dangling SPF records, which are basically records that include references to domains or subdomains that no longer exist or are misconfigured, also arise from this sensitivity. Sometimes you disassociate with a third-party vendor, but…
When it comes to email communication, you might think that simply hitting “send” is enough. However, behind the scenes, there’s a complex system at work to ensure your messages are delivered safely and genuinely. One crucial aspect often overlooked is the Google SPF record. This tool not only helps prevent email spoofing but also plays…
Email communication is a critical lifeline for businesses and individuals alike, but what happens when that essential connection breaks down? You might find yourself baffled as your carefully crafted messages get returned with an “email rejected per SPF policy” error. This common issue can create roadblocks in your correspondence and leave you feeling frustrated, especially…
Setting up an SPF record can feel like navigating a maze, especially for those not deeply familiar with the world of email security. Imagine sending out an email that looks perfectly legit, only for it to land in someone’s spam folder because your domain’s protection wasn’t set up right—that’s frustrating! But don’t worry; this guide…
