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Understanding Vendifi’s Email Security Risk Assessment
At Vendifi, our vendor management platform helps you maintain a comprehensive register of all your vendors and third-party suppliers. One of the key features of our service is the automated security posture checks we conduct on these vendors. Among these checks, email security is particularly critical because it’s the primary channel for communication and data exchange with your suppliers. Given the prevalence of phishing attacks as a means of supply chain compromise, ensuring robust email security is essential.
Why Email Security Matters
Email security acts as a frontline defence against cyber threats. A single compromised email account can lead to unauthorised access to sensitive data, allowing attackers to send fraudulent invoices or requests for sensitive information. This not only jeopardises your operations but can also lead to financial loss and damage to vendor relationships. By evaluating the email security measures of your suppliers, we help you identify vulnerabilities that could expose your organisation to significant risks.
Get Your Email Security Score
Want to experience Vendifi’s risk assessment services and discover your email security score? It’s simple! Request a quick assessment by filling out our form. You’ll receive personalised insights into your current email security posture and actionable steps to enhance your defences. Don’t wait—take the first step in securing your communications today!
How Your Score is Calculated
Your email security score is based on several key components, each weighted for its importance in protecting against email-related risks:
DMARC (30 points): Vital for verifying the authenticity of emails and preventing spoofing, reducing the risk of phishing attacks.
SPF (20 points): Specifies which mail servers are authorised to send emails for your domain, helping mitigate email spoofing.
MTA-STS (20 points): Ensures emails are transmitted securely, preventing downgrade attacks and eavesdropping.
SMTP TLS (15 points): Adds encryption during email transmission, although effectiveness depends on receiving server capabilities.
DNSSEC (15 points): Protects against DNS spoofing, contributing to overall email security.
Each component is assessed, and your score reflects the strength of your email security measures.
Importance of Each Component
DMARC: Protects your brand by ensuring that communications are legitimate.
SPF: Prevents unauthorised senders from impersonating your domain.
MTA-STS: Enforces secure email delivery, reducing interception risks.
SMTP TLS: Secures the contents of your emails during transit.
DNSSEC: Safeguards against DNS-related attacks.
Improve Your Score
To enhance your email security score and reduce risks, check out our blog on How to Identify a Risky Email Like a Pro. You’ll find actionable tips to strengthen your email security posture.
By proactively assessing and improving both your organisation's email security and that of your vendors, you’re not only protecting your organisation but also fortifying the security of your vendors and suppliers against potential cyber threats. This diligence is essential for maintaining compliance and trust throughout your supply chain. Start your assessment today!
Understanding Vendifi’s Email Security Risk Assessment
At Vendifi, our vendor management platform helps you maintain a comprehensive register of all your vendors and third-party suppliers. One of the key features of our service is the automated security posture checks we conduct on these vendors. Among these checks, email security is particularly critical because it’s the primary channel for communication and data exchange with your suppliers. Given the prevalence of phishing attacks as a means of supply chain compromise, ensuring robust email security is essential.
Why Email Security Matters
Email security acts as a frontline defence against cyber threats. A single compromised email account can lead to unauthorised access to sensitive data, allowing attackers to send fraudulent invoices or requests for sensitive information. This not only jeopardises your operations but can also lead to financial loss and damage to vendor relationships. By evaluating the email security measures of your suppliers, we help you identify vulnerabilities that could expose your organisation to significant risks.
Get Your Email Security Score
Want to experience Vendifi’s risk assessment services and discover your email security score? It’s simple! Request a quick assessment by filling out our form. You’ll receive personalised insights into your current email security posture and actionable steps to enhance your defences. Don’t wait—take the first step in securing your communications today!
How Your Score is Calculated
Your email security score is based on several key components, each weighted for its importance in protecting against email-related risks:
DMARC (30 points): Vital for verifying the authenticity of emails and preventing spoofing, reducing the risk of phishing attacks.
SPF (20 points): Specifies which mail servers are authorized to send emails for your domain, helping mitigate email spoofing.
MTA-STS (20 points): Ensures emails are transmitted securely, preventing downgrade attacks and eavesdropping.
SMTP TLS (15 points): Adds encryption during email transmission, although effectiveness depends on receiving server capabilities.
DNSSEC (15 points): Protects against DNS spoofing, contributing to overall email security.
Each component is assessed, and your score reflects the strength of your email security measures.
Importance of Each Component
DMARC: Protects your brand by ensuring that communications are legitimate.
SPF: Prevents unauthorized senders from impersonating your domain.
MTA-STS: Enforces secure email delivery, reducing interception risks.
SMTP TLS: Secures the contents of your emails during transit.
DNSSEC: Safeguards against DNS-related attacks.
Improve Your Score
To enhance your email security score and reduce risks, check out our blog on How to Identify a Risky Email Like a Pro. You’ll find actionable tips to strengthen your email security posture.
By proactively assessing and improving your email security, you’re not only protecting your organisation but also fortifying the security of your vendors and suppliers against potential cyber threats. This diligence is essential for maintaining compliance and trust throughout your supply chain. Start your assessment today!