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The challenge? Managing and tuning vast amounts of data due to high false positives from AI-only solutions. ### Evolving threats evade defenses Threat actors continuously change their techniques requiring detections that do not rely on signatures or heuristics. ### Fragmented multi-tool solutions A broader attack surface creates an overwhelming amount of data for security teams to parse. ### False positives from AI-only security AI-only solutions often generate false positives, requiring constant tuning and human oversight. ## Gartner® Magic Quadrant™: Mimecast named a Leader Mimecast recognized once again for its Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Email Security. **OUR SOLUTION** ## Advanced BEC Protection: AI where you need it most To effectively identify anomalies and suspicious emails, artificial intelligence capabilities are essential for detecting even the subtlest signs of malicious activity. Mimecast’s Advanced BEC protection utilizes AI to analyze communication patterns, writing styles, and contextual clues to block threats beyond malware or phishing links. By leveraging billions of signals from across our platform, our AI detection continuously adapts to evolving threats using a multi-layered approach that prevents potential financial losses and data breaches. **WHY MIMECAST** ## One email security solution to protect your communications ### Message Analysis Focus on understanding the context, nuances, and implications of both the message and subject line to accurately interpret the true intention. ### Social Graph Analyzes sender-recipient relationships, communication reputations, and verifies domains including freemail, newly registered, and typo-squatted domains. ### Threat Visibility An organized, consolidated view of critical information, including a detection explanation with detailed evidence and information on impacted users. ### Policy Modeling Evaluate the impact of sensitivity level adjustments by comparing actioned emails to determine the status of each level. ## How to safeguard against BEC attacks Integrated multi-layered solution to address phishing and BEC attacks. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What is business email compromise? Business Email Compromise (BEC) is a sophisticated cyber threat where attackers impersonate trusted individuals within an organization. They then trick employees into taking harmful actions. These may include initiating a financial transaction, clicking on a malicious link, or divulging sensitive information. Unlike traditional spam, a BEC scam relies heavily on social engineering rather than malware. ### What are the tools used in BEC attacks? Attackers use a mix of deception, technology, and psychology in a BEC attempt. These campaigns are typically well-researched and highly targeted. Attackers use publicly available information or stolen personal information to increase credibility. Some common techniques include: - Email account compromise: Gaining control of an executive’s or vendor’s inbox to monitor and manipulate email threads. - Phishing email campaigns: Delivering malicious emails that appear legitimate, often impersonating a trusted contact or brand. - Spoofed email addresses: Mimicking trusted domains with subtle changes to trick recipients into thinking the message is safe. - Fake domain registration: Registering domains that look nearly identical to the organization's real domain. - Social engineering: Convincing a targeted employee to bypass authentication protocols or act quickly without verification. ### Who are the common targets of a BEC scheme? A BEC scheme often zeroes in on individuals with access to financial systems or confidential data, including executives, finance teams, HR personnel, and procurement staff. ### What are the tools used to mitigate business email compromise? Mitigating business email compromise attacks requires a proactive, layered approach that combines technical defenses with user vigilance, including: 1. **Email Authentication Protocols (SPF, DKIM, DMARC)**: These foundational authentication protocols verify the sender's identity and help detect forged email addresses. 2. **Advanced Email Filtering and Secure Email Gateways (SEGs)**: Modern secure email gateways use AI-powered detection to block malicious emails. 3. **Managed Detection and Response (MDR)**: Real-time monitoring services to detect compromised accounts or BEC attempts. 4. **Security Awareness Training**: Training helps employees recognize suspicious emails and avoid divulging sensitive information. 5. **Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Zero Trust Principles**: MFA ensures access remains protected even if credentials are stolen. ### How can I use tools for BEC prevention? BEC protection tools work best when integrated into a larger cybersecurity framework. Mimecast’s BEC protection analyzes message context, user behavior, and domain legitimacy to stop scammers before their messages reach inboxes.