Over 427 million dangerous emails sent in 2024

A report from Hornetsecurity reveals that 427.8 million dangerous emails were sent to customers in 2024, highlighting the ongoing threat of brand impersonation in phishing attacks. Despite a slowdown in such threats across industries, the risk remains significant. Hornetsecurity found that only 35.4% of analyzed domains have implemented Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting & Conformance (DMARC) protocols. This lack of security measures leaves many users vulnerable to email attacks. The report emphasizes the importance of DMARC in protecting against phishing. It allows organizations to monitor and respond to spoofed emails, potentially saving millions from falling victim to scams.