Today’s attackers are using AI to craft sophisticated, targeted emails that slip past legacy security tools—and straight into your users’ inboxes. The result? Business email compromise, account takeovers, and vendor fraud are more evasive and costly than ever. Gartner's latest research reveals the new playbook for defending your organization.
In this article, you'll discover:
- Why traditional Secure Email Gateways (SEGs) and basic filters are no match for AI-powered threats.
- The critical gaps in most email security stacks—and how to close them with a multilayered, human-centric approach.
- Actionable strategies to combine advanced detection, identity protection, and real-time user awareness for true defense-in-depth.
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