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Cloud Security Podcast by Google

EP41 Beyond Phishing: Email Security Isn't Solved

Nov 1, 2021
CEO of Material Security, Ryan Noon, discusses the challenges of email security beyond phishing. The podcast explores the concept of email security as an application security problem and the importance of protecting sensitive information in a zero trust world. It delves into challenges in the cybersecurity industry and offers tips on enhancing email security. Book recommendations are also provided.
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Quick takeaways

  • View email security as an application and data security problem rather than a network security problem.
  • Security vendors should focus on providing value and forming strong partnerships with customers to cut through the noise and build credibility in the market.

Deep dives

The Evolution of Email Security

The podcast delves into the evolution of email security and highlights the misconception that email security has been completely solved. While many security professionals consider email security as a problem of spam and malware, phishing still remains a significant threat. The discussion emphasizes the need to view email security as an application and data security problem rather than a network security problem. The podcast also explores the various potential threats and attack vectors associated with compromised email accounts, including phishing, credential stuffing, and unauthorized access by insiders.

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