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Why email security needs more than one layer

Lansafe’s introduction to Proofpoint brings email filtering, staff awareness and data protection into the same discussion.

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Email is a common route in

Phishing can persuade someone to share a password, open a malicious attachment or approve a false payment. Lansafe’s published Proofpoint article considers what can be done before a message reaches the user and how to respond when one slips through.

Different layers do different jobs

The article describes email security and threat detection alongside security awareness training and data loss prevention. Filtering reduces exposure, while clear processes and informed colleagues help with the decisions technology cannot make for them.

Match controls to the business

No single product removes every risk. A sensible review looks at the current mail platform, the information being handled and the team’s reporting process before deciding which additional controls belong in the setup.

This is a concise editorial summary. Read Lansafe’s original published article.

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