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Most organizations rely on email to communicate with employees, vendors, and clients. As such, cybercriminals continue to target email with different ransomware and phishing campaigns. The goal? To steal sensitive information, compromise networks, and exploit vulnerabilities for financial and other gains<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers reported a <\/span>350% increase in phishing websites<\/span><\/a>. According to the <\/span>2021 Cisco Cybersecurity Threat Trend Report<\/span><\/a>, at least one person clicked a phishing link in around 86% of organizations. The report also claims that phishing accounts for 90% of all data breaches. Organizations need a robust <\/span>email security policy<\/b> to counter cyberattacks, prevent threats, and keep sensitive data safe. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

But <\/span>how can email policies help security <\/b>in practical terms? Read on to learn what an email security policy is and why your company needs it. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is an Email Security Policy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An<\/span> email policy in cybersecurity<\/b> is a strategic directive an organization implements to ensure employees use their email accounts in line with cybersecurity measures. While this policy varies depending on the organization, some standard terms exist. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an effective email security policy, employees are aware of their responsibilities when using the company\u2019s email. This highlights what they can and cannot do, and such rules must be agreed upon. With that, you can hold an employee accountable for any violation of the agreement. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having a good security policy should be a vital component of your cybersecurity plan. Even if an employee is acquainted with email and top providers like Office 365, having a strict policy guiding the handling of confidential information reduces the risks of a compromised email and its impact on business continuity.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is Included in an Email Security Policy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Organization goals differ, so no one email policy applies to all. However, some general terms should be included in any company\u2019s email security policy. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scope:<\/b> Defines the range of impact of the policy document.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Definitions:<\/b> Defines any terms, concepts, and acronyms clearly to avoid any confusion.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Policy Components:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n