Introduction to SMTP DANE and DNSSEC Securing email communication is critical in the modern digital landscape. SMTP DANE (DNS-based Authentication of Named Entities) and DNSSEC (Domain Name System Security Extensions) are two technologies that strengthen email security by protecting against DNS-based attacks and ensuring encrypted connections between mail servers. What is DNSSEC? DNSSEC enhances the …
Series: Email encryption
Enhancing Email Security: Opportunistic TLS and Encryption Solutions In Part 1 of this series, we explored how SMTP DANE and DNSSEC collaborate to secure email communications in Exchange Online, ensuring authenticity and encryption between servers. In this follow-up, we focus on two critical components of email security: Opportunistic TLS and email encryption. Specifically, we’ll examine …
