Email Security

A Quick Guide to Email Security

What is Email Security?

Email security means protecting your emails from hackers, scams, and viruses. It helps keep your personal info and company data safe.

Why It Matters

  • Prevent data theft
  • Stop fraud & financial loss
  • Protect personal & business info
  • Block malware & scams

Common Email Threats

ThreatDescription
PhishingFake emails tricking you into clicking or sharing info
Business Email CompromiseHackers impersonate your boss or coworker
Malware LinksClickable links that install harmful software
SpoofingThe email looks real, but it is sent by a scammer

How to Protect Yourself

  • Use strong passwords and multi-factor authentication
  • Check the sender’s email address carefully
  • Don’t click suspicious links or attachments
  • Keep your software up to date
  • Learn to spot phishing scams

Tech Tools Behind the Scenes

  • Encryption – Keeps messages private
  • Spam filters – Blocks junk & scams
  • SPF / DKIM / DMARC – Verifies legit senders

Final Tips

If something feels off, trust your gut. Double-check before you click, reply, or download.

You can report suspicious emails to cybersecurity@conestogac.on.ca or contact the IT Help Desk at ITSDesk@conestogac.on.ca to create a ticket.