Email remains the primary attack vector for cybercriminals. In 2025, email-based threats include phishing, business email compromise (BEC), malware attachments, and impersonation attacks. Here’s how to secure your inbox.

Top Email Security Threats

• Phishing – Fake emails stealing credentials
• Spear Phishing – Targeted attacks using personal info
• Business Email Compromise – CEO/CFO impersonation fraud
• Malware Attachments – Malicious files in emails
• Reply Chain Attacks – Compromised accounts sending malicious replies

Best Email Security Practices

1. Use a quality email provider (Gmail, Outlook with advanced security)
2. Enable two-factor authentication on email
3. Never click links without hovering first
4. Verify unexpected requests via phone
5. Use email authentication (SPF, DKIM, DMARC)
6. Use antivirus with email scanning

Antivirus Email Protection

Norton, Bitdefender, and Kaspersky all include email scanning that detects malicious attachments and phishing links before you open them.